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Nan C.

Childcare/Nanny/Tutor/Home Schooling

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I am an experienced educator, tutor, nanny and mother of three successful grown children. I ONLY PROVIDE CHILDCARE/TUTOR CHILDREN AGE 3+. I have a B. A. in English (Smith and Dartmouth Colleges), and MA in Education (Boston College and Harvard Graduate School of Education) and have completed all coursework to be a certified MA...

Karen M. says "Nan is a very dedicated, creative and passionate caregiver. Our children adore her. She always shows up with a plan for the day with books, projects and...

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Jenna D.

This Is Me!

Arlington, MA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as energetic, loving, and caring I like working with kids because they put the biggest smile on my face. At all ages, kids are so amazing to be around and teach you so much about the world. It gives you a different perspective on life viewing it from a child's eyes I'm looking for a job that helps...
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Chloe M.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Arlington, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I am a 19-year-old college student who is looking for a summer babysitting job! I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have experience with children of all ages. I love kids and love to explore, play, read stories, do arts and crafts, and go on adventures with the kids I babysit. I have a car and I am CPR...
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Gabriella R.

Arlington, MA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I love to teach the children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and most of all create amazing bonds. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with. I truly would appreciate if you choose me to watch your kid or kids. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
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Susana G.

Arlington, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
As a caregiver, my passion is to positively impact children's lives and support families by offering reliable childcare. My calm and patient nature allows me to create a nurturing environment for your children. I keep parents informed through written daily reports, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. With my...
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Hannah S.

Elementary & Early Childhood Inclusive Education

Arlington, MA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
- Rising senior studying elementary and multilingual education at Vanderbilt - TA at an inclusion preschool for 2. 5 years - After school teacher (elementary) for 1. 5 years - Internship in 2nd grade & 5th grade classrooms - 1 year - 4-year early childhood education certification program - Special education TA (elementary) high...
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Jane A.

Part-time Caregiver/Nanny Available

Arlington, MA

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been working with children in a wide range of settings for the past 15 years. I first started babysitting as a teenager, and since then I have worked as a classroom aide in preschool centers, a dance teacher, and a camp counselor. I have been a long-term nanny for a few beloved families and have experience caring for...
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Kati M.

JULY AND AUGUST 2025 AFTERNOON SITTER AVAILABLE

Arlington, MA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Available mid June 2025. Afternoon/after school/after camp sitter. In my full-time job, I work for a recreation center dealing directly with parents, kids, coaches and instructors helping to make all of our programs run smoothly. I go into work early, so I am available M-F, for afternoon pickups/sitting. In addition to working...
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Manuela A.

Arlington, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hey there! I have been working as a babysitter for around 4 years now. One of my specialties that I am proud of is baking and I am trilingual (French, Spanish, and English). I also like to portray myself as a very patient individual. People describe me as a energetic and kind hearted. I am currently enrolled at Suffolk...
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Olivia B.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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...

Amy B. says "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...

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Lillian A.

Fun, Outgoing, Loves Kids!

Arlington, MA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi, I am a 20-year-old college student at Fairfield University. I am currently a junior studying psychology with a minor in education and health studies. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and volunteered at my local pre school during high school. During the summers I work as a preschool teacher. I am available as a date...
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Keira B.

Arlington, MA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
As an aspiring Elementary Education graduate with three years of childcare experience, I am extremely passionate about fostering children's development. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for providing reliable and compassionate care, and continued with student teaching, which I do...
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Nayab A.

Arlington, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
Bringing joy and nurturing young minds is my passion. My 3+ years of babysitting have solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives and support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable. I prioritize open communication with you, following your preferred method for updates on...
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Madison L.

Arlington, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
As a caretaker with a graduate education and three years of experience, I'm passionate about positively impacting children's lives. I've always found joy in caring for children, and my previous babysitting roles only reinforced my desire to be a caregiver. I'm creative and imaginative, and I love playing outdoor sports, board...
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Alice M.

About Me!

Arlington, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! I've been working in childcare for most of high school, and have experience working in preschools, elementary schools, and after-school programs. I'm looking forward to meeting you! I'd describe my personality as responsible, curious, and calm. I like working with kids because I enjoy their perspectives and getting to...
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Kristen C.

Nurturing Nanny

Arlington, MA

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$27/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Kristen and I live in Waltham, Massachusetts. I graduted Middlesex Community college with my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. My past experiences I have been a camp counselor at a day camp for about 5 summers. When I was in school, I worked at an after school program at a Catholic school. My...
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Phedjina J.

Child Care

Arlington, MA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Have years of experience with kids, started back in 2015, while I was in high school. Worked at an after school program, did some nannying and babysitting
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Martha O.

Caring And Fun Nanny

Arlington, MA

5.0(0)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a caring responsible and fun Nanny ready to start with a new family helping to developed your kids. I have more than 20 years of experience with twins, newborn and toddlers.
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Laura S.

Nanny

Arlington, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
In addition to raising my own 3 boys (14, 17 and 19) I have 2. 5 years experience working as a nanny for two boys. I have been babysitting for over 10 years. I have also worked as a teacher's assistant at a local elementary school for 3 years. I love working with kids of all ages.
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Susan M.

Summer Child Care

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Over the past few summers, while I'm not teaching, I have been nannying a few days a week. I would like to do the same this summer. I am also interested in part time work after 3:30 during the school year. Through the year I work as a special education instructor in an emotional behavioral highschool program. I am married and am...

Laura G. says "Susan was the first nanny I ever hired for the summer back in 2021 when my kids were 2.5 and 4 months old. I always felt at ease leaving my kids with her...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.05/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 5.0

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Arlington, MA

After School Babysitters in Arlington, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Nan C.

Nan is a very dedicated, creative and passionate caregiver. Our children adore her. She always shows up with a plan for the day with books,...

- Karen M.

Olivia B.

Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and...

- Amy B.

Susan M.

Susan was the first nanny I ever hired for the summer back in 2021 when my kids were 2.5 and 4 months old. I always felt at ease leaving my...

- Laura G.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Arlington, MA

You can review 20 after school babysitter profiles near you in Arlington, MA to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Arlington, MA is $22.05. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Arlington, MA on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Arlington, MA can really come in handy.

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