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60 after school child care are listed in Waltham, MA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 7 years
After school child care in Waltham, MA
Esther J.
Somerville, MA
$28-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(16)
Hired by 42 families in your neighborhood
My name is Esther. I love caring for children! I'm a Certified infant/toddler/preschool teacher. I am fluent in English and French & I'm conversational in Spanish. I currently work as a Kindergarten Associate teacher in Somerville, MA. I'm very comfortable with caring for 4+ children at a time (as Ive had up to 10 children at a...
Esther can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Highly recommend!!! No hesitations. Esther helped us out during the holidays. Our two daughters immediately loved her. She showed up with fun activities prepared for them, and was very flexible and communicative with me. We were visiting from California and staying...
Care member
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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
Joao S.
Stoneham, MA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Joao (John in Portuguese). I am 29 years old. I have 9+ years experience with a wide variety of kids. I am also a father to a 3-year-old son. I am currently attending an online fully remote program to obtain my Master degree in Social work. I currently have my Bachelors Degree. My experience ranges from Infants...
Joao can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Joao was fantastic and showed up right when I needed him. He was very punctual and my son enjoyed playing with him at the park. Joao's experienced showed through his play at the park, and I caught myself learning from him when I interviewed him.
Good luck with...
Robert P.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families, my name is Carolyn! I am a rising sophomore college. I am looking to do some nannying while at school because, unfortunately, all of my classes have been moved into a remote setting for at least the fall semester. I have extensive experience in working with children of all ages ranging from infants to older children...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Carolyn is great! Smart, sweet, dependable, goes out of her way to help out. Safe driver. Great communicator. Highly recommended."
Matthew F.
5.0
(1)
Hi, My name is Leigh. I am a 4th grade teacher in Wellesley MA where I have worked for the past 4 years. Over the summers I run an aquatics program at a summer camp. I have dedicated my whole life to working with kids and I really love what I do. I graduated in 2018 from Northeastern University with a dual master's in Elementary...
Leigh can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leigh babysat for us occasionally while she was in Boston and was always reliable, punctual and great with our 1.5 yr old daughter. We wish she still lived here! "
Alicia P.
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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nisha. I am a 24-year-old Boston University Grad Student. Although I am working on my education.
I have worked as a caregiver since my early teen years (8+ yrs strong). I've also worked in many childcare settings: private daycares, in-home nannying, babysitting, summer camps, and after-school. I enjoy what I do when...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nisha has been babysitting our kids (2 and 7, mostly the 7 year old) for a month after school / daycare end. We have found her to be communicative and dependable; she brings our older child to nearby activities and is helping her set up a routine for homework. She...
Molly T.
Bella T.
Boston, MA
$28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Bella and I'll be 23 years old this coming fall. I have previously worked full time with two families for nearly three years. The children ranged in ages from infancy to 9 years old. My responsibilities with my previous employers have included cooking & bottle feeding, pickup and drop off from school and after school...
Bella can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Julia and I'm 26 years old. I live in Arlington & grew up here. I have a Bachelors degree in Communications and took early childhood education courses in high school. I've always loved kids and after taking several different administrative jobs after college, I realized childcare is always what I was meant to be doing! I...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a very caring and compassionate person! She loves her job"
alexandra C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am available for after school child care, preferably driving to activities, errands, and very willing to help with homework. I am a retired software engineer who seeks a part time role helping busy parents a few times a week. Beyond having teaching credentials, I have extensive experience in helping my family drive my...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Susan has provided driving assistance to our family. Now that my son is older he does not need a babysitter but does need transportation to and from activities, camps and various appointments. Susan has been an incredibly reliable driver. She is very safety...
Krista R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have been an RN for 36 years. I have recently retired, and I have a lot of availability and flexibility. I am CPR certified. My RN license is and spotless! I am very active and energetic! I am very attentive, reliable. I will pick up and drop off to after school activities . Their playtime is playtime for me too! I like to get...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mary is the best! When I had to leave my kitten home alone for the first time since I got her, I knew I needed to hire someone I completely trusted because this cat is practically my child. Mary took excellent care of my mischievous, playful, energetic cat while...
Arianna B.
Nawapad C.
Brighton, MA
$27/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello, I'm From Thailand But Already Move To Newton Massachusetts On 2021
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Nawapad but I go by Emma, I am Thai. I have so many years of experience working with children
I am a nanny for current family with baby for a couple of months but before that I am a nanny for another family for one year and five months unfortunately, They are moving back to Germany I am taking care of little...
Nawapad can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
"I cannot write enough to convey our appreciation and wonderful experience working with Nawapad. We connected with Nawapad through Care.com, and after chatting on video and then in person, were fortunate enough to have her accept our offer. In addition to her...
Yun F.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Eva. I'm a 2018 graduate from Bates College, and currently work as a server. I have a real passion for working with children of all ages. I admire their unfiltered truths and love of life. I'm filled with energy and empathy. My goofball nature and ability to be quiet/calm when called for makes me a real toddler...
Eva can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eva is awesome! She has been a wonderful babysitter for our ~1 year old daughter. Eva was her first babysitter, and it took time and patience to get over her stranger anxiety and build trust. Eva is now a dear friend for both our younger child and her older brother...
Shantanu J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an empty-nester with two grown daughters and was a stay at home mom and loved it. I am looking forward to becoming a grandmother in the future but enjoy being around children as I miss it. I have been an occasional babysitter for various families after school and evenings. Last year, I took care of a 10-month-old boy twice a...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Linda was very engaged with our one year old child. She sang and played with him, and took him on long walks. He really enjoyed the time spent with her. His favorite book is one she got him for his birthday, which was really sweet of her. She is also good with...
Gilad S.
5.0
(2)
Hello! I'm Sura, a board-certified occupational therapist, who has a passion for working with kids. I have worked in both childcare and education for 4 years now. I was an after-school teacher and inclusion facilitator working 1:1 with children on the autism spectrum for the City of Cambridge. I have completed 3 full-time...
Sura can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sura has been babysitting for us for a while, and she is nothing but a joy! She's always on time, got along super well with my kid and the family and she's extremely kind. I've known her from when she worked at my child's school therefore she's responsible,...
Shahir A.
5.0
(2)
Hi families, I'm Katie! I'm a 30-year-old full time professional, living in the Boston area. I am starting a new position this August and am looking to pick up some work before then. I have full availability right now for babysitting or errand running. I have many years of experience working with children (ages newborn-teen) as...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Katie has dedicated herself to fostering relationships with her family, friends, colleagues, and the community members that she serves as a social worker for Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Katie knows what it takes to make strong connections, and she...
Richie I.
Sarah A.
Weston, MA
$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello families! I have an extensive background working with young children, and I am an Early Childhood and Special Needs education major at Syracuse University. I have babysat for several years, worked at a summer camp for two years, worked at a preschool for a semester, as well as volunteered at a special needs horseback...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is a sweetheart of a person whom the kids gravitate to. She has watched my two nieces (ages 4 and 7) on a variety of occasions and was a pleasure to work with. As a special education and middle school math teacher, I don't leave my nieces with just anyone!...
Amanda C.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I recently moved to the area with my husband, but previously worked with a family for three years (2018 to 2021) picking up and watching the kids (ages started: 4 and 7, ended 7 and 11) after school. I also have extensive experience caring for infants and toddlers from caring for my niece, now 2. 5, most Saturdays since she...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I interviewed Michelle for a full-time position on short notice. She is a sweet and smart young lady. I felt assured that my baby would be safe and well looked after in her care. She was very accommodating and asked questions that showed her genuine desire to have...
Priya M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a freshman in college, I have been babysitting for about 5 years now in cities in the Boston area, such as Medford, Winchester, Woburn, and Arlington. I have babysat children ranging from infants to middle-schoolers, and everything in between. I am very friendly and bond extremely well with young children. I have babysat...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Waltham, MA
Esther J.
5.0
Esther was great with our 4 month old! We were traveling to Boston for an event and had Esther come to our hotel to sit for an evening. Esther was very sweet with our baby and followed the bedtime routine with no issues at all. She sent updates and made us feel very comfortable. She was also very...
- Ashley S.
Natasha H.
5.0
Natasha is responsible, fun, creative, & well-educated in developmental milestones. She is a great choice for you & your family!
- Care member
Joao S.
5.0
Joao was fantastic and showed up right when I needed him. He was very punctual and my son enjoyed playing with him at the park. Joao's experienced showed through his play at the park, and I caught myself learning from him when I interviewed him.
Good luck with your future endeavors Joao, and...
- Robert P.
Diane P.
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 importantly, I completely trust her!
- Laura R.
Carolyn W.
5.0
Carolyn was much beloved by our little girl when she watched her for a couple of months during the pandemic before daycare reopened. She was helpful, reliable, fun, and engaging so that my daughter felt less bored and lonely and my husband and I were able to get necessary work done! We cannot thank...
- Meredith G.
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FAQs for after school child care in Waltham, MA
In 2024, 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 $24.70 per hour as of December 2024. 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 10 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.
Ratings for Waltham, MA after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
After School Child Care in Waltham, MA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care.