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Reshmi is great with babies. She helped me with my twins when they were four months old and was a real asset. She brings experience and…
Review for Reshmi S. by Vanessa M.
Norma was on time and super communicative. She was very thorough and even cleaned and did laundry while she was here. I highly recommend…
Review for Norma R. by Care member
Cherie was sweet and thoughtful with our two year old daughter. She was enthusiastic and caring in her interactions. Our daughter loved…
Review for Cherie M. by Syed F.
After school child care in Watsonville, CA
Hello, my name is Lauren, I am 28 years old and I have 10 years of experience in taking care of children. I can help with light housekeeping, homework help, crafts, cooking food, and driving to after-school activities. I have watched children between the ages of 3 months-12 years. I have a very upbeat personality and love...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica V.
Watsonville, CA
$22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Jessica. I'm a mother of one funny and amazing child. I have recently worked with parents who need an extra hand with their children and I've been tutoring them, taking them to their after school activities, and also date nights. I took Early Childhood Education classes at Cabrillo College, California (12 units)...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
1.0
(1)
Hi parents! I am a 29-year-old woman who just moved back to Santa Cruz to be near family. I graduated Cal Poly SLO with a BS in Marketing and Minor in Social Studies. I worked through college with a few daycare/nanny positions. First at the San Luis Obispo Country Club as the Club Daycare Provider. I worked at the Lahontan Golf...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Reshmi S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have work in childcare setting for 18 year. I worked with 2 months to 12-year-olds in after school programs. Prefer to work with younger children. I like them to explore things and be safe at the same time.
Reshmi can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Reshmi is very experienced and dependable. She has a relaxing demeanor and is reliable. I trust her with my daughter. "
Sandi E.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Norma, I have 3 years of experience that includes, home tutoring, and working with students after school and during school at different elementary sites, I will provide educational activities and create a fun engaging environment for your child !
Norma can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Norma was on time and super communicative. She was very thorough and even cleaned and did laundry while she was here. I highly recommend her!!"
Care member
Cherie M.
Salinas, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I love working with Children! I have experience teaching preschool, substitute teaching, and after-school care (1-3rd grade) at a private school in Pleasanton. I was a Sunday school teacher, worked as an Administrator for the Midweek Children's Ministry. I have more than 30 years of babysitting and nanny experience, noon duty...
Cherie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Cherie was sweet and thoughtful with our two year old daughter. She was enthusiastic and caring in her interactions. Our daughter loved playing with her. She also brought her own fun items to share like stickers, coloring books, and bubbles!"
Syed F.
Noraleigh C.
Felton, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello,
I have over 20 years of experience working with children in various settings with various age groups. I've cared for toddlers, preschoolers and elementary age children. I've worked in ECE daycare settings, after school programs, Montessori schools, and nanny positions.
Noraleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Noraleigh was wonderful. We first hired her when I had just given birth to my daughter and needed help with housekeeping. Noraleigh was efficient, thorough, and dependable. I soon learned that she had worked previously at a Montessori school, and when I returned to...
Marie L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a multi-faceted nanny professional with years of experience supporting families island wide and the bay area. I am well-experienced with every age and stage of a child and extremely familiar with infant care-pre teen. I am recognized for my caring, fun, and outgoing personality, my dedication and sometimes long hours, my...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Jennifer is very experienced in all areas listed within care.com. She is professional, punctual, and adaptable to your needs. All these qualities make her a great choice for the help you are looking for. Highly recommended."
Care member
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Sira, I have lived and raised my family here in SC 50 years. I have been a full time Nanny for the last 2 years working with several families as needed. I have done drop in care, overnight care, newborn care, morning and afternoon care with kids all age, full day care I have 40 years of experience with caring...
Sira can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sira was very reliable and flexible, which is what I needed with my varying work schedule. She helped with getting my two kiddos ready for school in the mornings and dropping them off. I was definitely at ease knowing they were in her care, and the my kids found...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for the last 18 years and a nanny for 15 of them. I have experience with newborn to 12+ years old, twins/multiples, nanny shares, and have regularly cared for 5+ children at a time. I've also had a few opportunities to work at elementary schools as an after-school program supervisor, as well as a...
Chelsea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea was great to work with - she was responsive and helpful during the selection process and our son loved spending time with her - he didn't want her to leave at the end of the night. I will definitely be contacting Chelsea again to care for our son."
Michaela W.
Yvonne S.
Gilroy, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my Name is Yvonne and I'm available to help out with pick up after school or sports help out with homework take care after school or when needed
Yvonne can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi! I'm a single mom of 2 boys, ages 7 and 8. When they're in school/after school program, I would love to help you with your little ones!
Casey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
I have worked at a preschool ranging from infants to school age children. I worked in multiple classrooms so I have experience with multiple age groups. I also worked at a ymca before and after school program as a teacher. I was in the teaching program at Sonoma State as well so I have a lot of experience with kids.
Desiree S.
Salinas, CA
$21-25/hr
With Tuesday's to-do's and Friday Funday, I am well planned and organized. I spent 10 years of my professional life as a cook/kitchen manager, 5 of which was with for a preschool or after school program, which would make me familiar with the USDA CACFP guidelines. I am CPR and First Aid, certified. I also have my Childcare...
Desiree can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Cory and here is a bit about me: I have 3 Early Childhood Education units from Cabrillo College and am currently enrolled in 3 more units. I obtained my bachelor of arts from University of California Santa Cruz in 2012 and shortly after was hired to work for program in the Bay Area. I started as a summer camp...
Corinna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
I have 17 years of professional experience working with children of all ages. I am a mom of 2 who has recently received her Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. I am trained in K-6 elementary education, environmental education, and lifeguard. I am currently a 7th grade math instructor and the Technology and GATE coordinator at...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I have the utmost respect and admiration for the endeavor of bringing new life into this world. I cannot begin to fathom the rewarding difficulty of this path. I have called Santa Cruz my home for 7 years and have been doing childcare on and off for the past decade. I have been an after school nanny, worked at a yoga studio...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Sidney H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! Interested In Getting Into More Babysitting/nanny After School And After Work.
Hello! My name is Sidney. Born and raised in the Santa Cruz area i've always been surrounded by little ones and love taking care of and making sure they always have a smile on their face! I also have great organizational skills if you are ever interested in help with cleaning, organizing and even cooking! I'm very excited for...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jessica V.
San Jose, CA
$20-27/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years of experience, working with infants all the way to middle school aged kids. I've worked in various schools and after school programs and I have experience with special education. I graduated with my degree back in 2017 and I'm currently in grad school to become a social worker!
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! My name is Itzel, I completed a bachelor's in psychology and minor Spanish May 2023.I love kids. I have been working at an elementary after school program as a site manager with kids grades TK-6th since August 2023 I am open to any questions you may have!
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FAQs for after school child care in Watsonville, CA
In 2025, how much is after-school care near me in Watsonville, CA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Watsonville, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $26.00 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 Watsonville, CA?
Care.com currently has 2 after school child care providers in Watsonville, CA. 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 Watsonville, CA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Watsonville, CA 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 Watsonville, CA, 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.