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60 after school child care are listed in Waltham, MA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 8 years
After school child care in Waltham, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I truly love working with children, and have been for 5 years. I currently work at a school for children diagnosed with Autism, and previously worked in a mental health clinic for adolescents. I support parents in the evenings and weekends, as I do work full time throughout the week. I have a clean driving record, and...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing caretaker!! Brianna is patient and fun and makes my son feel excited to start his morning. She shows great interest in my son, she's very creative in getting him to talk and this has given him confidence!"
Sondra M.
I am experienced tutoring and caring for elementary age children, and am spending the summer teaching first grade! I've worked with kids of all ages and abilities in various settings including at summer camps and in the classroom,.
I have 6+ years of experience. I can help with Personal Care, cooking, Light Housecleaning, medication and companionship. I worked for a private hospice center many years ago. I left to take another part time job. I have worked with various individuals with different disabilities including wheelchairs, being bedridden, dementia...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Nicole D.
Waltham, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Artist And Teacher -- Offering Private Art And Craft Activities
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 15 years of experience working with children and love doing art and craft projects with them. I can come to your home to do an art and craft activity for a few hours or they can do a project in my art studio in Needham, MA. I have also worked at after school programs in elementary schools for more than 10 years...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Caisse H.
Waltham, MA
$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Before I began babysitting I volunteered weekly at a pre-school in my area, where I helped with snack times, crafts, and outdoor activities.
Nannied for an energetic, adventurous 4-year-old for the past two summers. Activities included hiking, fishing, meal prep, swimming, biking, and other fun outdoor summer activities!...
Caisse can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi. I am Sarah. I have been nannying for 10+ years and I currently
am a 1st grade teacher in Cambridge Ma.
I live in Waltham and I am looking for some hours over the summer on Monday and Wednesday's.
I have had experience from nannying, working as a certified Infant/Toddler teacher, to being a camp counselor, to teaching in...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Caroline S.
Waltham, MA
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm an energetic individual with a longstanding passion for working with children. I am currently partnering with a local family through the end of August, and I am hoping to connect with a family for either after-school or daytime care starting in September onwards. Before moving to Somerville in June, I worked at a nonprofit...
Caroline can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I would love to be your babysitter! I graduated from Trinity College in 2016. After graduation, I was awarded a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant to go to Argentina where I taught students that wanted to become English teachers. I recently started graduate school for a dual-degree MBA and MPP at Brandeis, and I'm looking for...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over the years, I have cared for children of all ages, during evenings parents had to be elsewhere, assisting in managing after school programs, and tutoring and mentoring students.
Marianna can also help with: Carpooling
Donna J.
Burlington, MA
$15-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a stay at home mother for approximately 13 years. During those years I have cared for several families. I have provided after school care, before school and summer care. I have been a volunteer in the school system of my town, was a religion teacher for several years and also a Scout leader. I have a B. S. in...
5.0
"Donna helps pick up our kids after school, and drive them to our house. She is very reliable, safe and conscientious. We look forward to keep using her."
Paula R.
5.0
(3)
I am 44 years old and have been taking care of children for 20+ years. I have dedicated my life to making a difference in the lives of children. I love them, and love doing all the things that children love to do (play, games, crafts, etc)
My biggest goal is to give children the opportunity to grow and learn at their own pace,...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at all ages. She is incredibly hard working reliable trustworthy caring funny and entertaining. The kids feel like she is a...
Ali M.
Brenna M.
Natick, MA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a junior - next year I will be a senior - attending Yale University as well as a member of their Division 1 women's basketball team. I worked at Sports Clubs at the Later @ Longfellow after school program for 3 years watching over the children, mediating their conflicts, cleaning up after them, playing with them,...
Brenna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
5.0
"Brenna is wonderful! She cared for our three-year-old for a weekend, and he loved her. She's responsible, fun, and patient. We highly recommend Brenna."
Ashley D.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and creative!
I started working with kids when I was 15 at my local summer camp. I worked 8 hour days with kids aged 4-14. I planned and lead activities for the kids and spent a lots of time resolving conflicts between them and having some laughs! Since then I have also worked at an...
5.0
"Madla is great! Fun, smart, artistic, worldly, punctual. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I worked at the daycare after school, and I helped take care of babies from 2 months old to kids 10 years old. I also worked at the SPCA with the humane education program, so I was working with young kids from all kinds of different backgrounds each day.
Elena can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elena was fantastic with my child! She kept her active and outside! My child always came home happy and tired!"
Isabella V.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I my name is Sydney, I am a full time marketer from home, and part time babysitter! I live in Brookline and looking to do week night/weekend babysitting around the area. I would even be willing to babysit during the day as long as you're comfortable with me doing some work! I am dedicated, hardworking, and ready for...
Sydney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sydney is friendly and kind. My kids immediately took to her, including my son, who is very shy. She is calm and patient and very reliable. We are lucky to have her."
Jennifer M.
Rosa E.
West Roxbury, MA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I've worked with kids for quite a long time including summer camps and after school programs including ages from 3-7. I now work with children and families providing support & stabilization in the home. Occasionally, I care for children and can provide references.
Rosa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Rosa has watched our 5 year old and 1 year old twice now, and she's fantastic. She's dependable and friendly, and the kids love her. Looking forward to hiring her again!"
Jaclyn D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I used to be a part-time nanny for several families and I fill my weekends with babysitting and date night. Each family had two to four kids ranging from the age 0-10. As a nanny/caretaker that meant I picked up the kids from school and transported them to any after school recreational activities, I made meals for them, helped...
April can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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
(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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I recently came back to the Boston area after living in Tokyo for 2 years. I am working as a Program Coordinator / Tour Guide for Japanese high school students visiting Boston.
Since I was 13 I have been babysitting for kids around my hometown in Newton, MA which gave me an early interest in caring for kids. I have been a...
Evan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Evan was a fantastic sitter for my three kids (4 years old, 5 years old and 9 years old). He was very warm and set our heart at ease the minute he walked in the door. He immediately connected with all of my three kids. He was always prompt, very energetic and...
Yan Z.
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Waltham, MA
Brianna W.
5.0
Amazing caretaker!! Brianna is patient and fun and makes my son feel excited to start his morning. She shows great interest in my son, she's very creative in getting him to talk and this has given him confidence!
- Sondra M.
Donna J.
5.0
Donna helps pick up our kids after school, and drive them to our house. She is very reliable, safe and conscientious. We look forward to keep using her.
- Paula R.
Jessica G.
5.0
Our family has known Jess for 12 years and she has babysat our 2 daughters from toddler through preteen ages and was phenomenal with them at all ages. She is incredibly hard working reliable trustworthy caring funny and entertaining. The kids feel like she is a playmate and requested only her to sit...
- Ali M.
Brenna M.
5.0
Brenna is wonderful! She cared for our three-year-old for a weekend, and he loved her. She's responsible, fun, and patient. We highly recommend Brenna.
- Ashley D.
Madla W.
5.0
Madla is great! Fun, smart, artistic, worldly, punctual.
- Care member
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FAQs for after school child care in Waltham, MA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Waltham, MA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Waltham, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $22.88 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 Waltham, MA?
Care.com currently has 8 after school child care providers in Waltham, 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 Waltham, MA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Waltham, 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 Waltham, 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.