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Cindy A.

Downey, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I've taken care of newborns and older for the past 9 years as well as tutored grade school to high schoolers and have done pick up and drop off from school to home. I work full time and go to school part time.
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Sierra W.

Full-time Nanny/Babysitter

Downey, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
My name is Sierra and being a nanny is one of the greatest joys in my life. Being able to serve and care for families is such a reward and I would love to serve your family if we are a right fit. I have 8 years of paid experience with babysitting and nannying. To name a few of my positions I have been a live-in nanny to NICU...

Care Member says "Sierra worked with our family for 2+ years, starting with us just after the lockdown. It was a scary time, but Sierra brought with her a calm and...

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Maria P.

Downey, CA

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Loving and Experienced Babysitter | Bilingual | Over 10 Years of Experience About Me: Hi! I'm Maria - a kind, honest, and dependable babysitter with over a decade of experience caring for children from newborns to teens. I'm passionate about child development and love being actively involved in kids' lives through creative...

Brittany L. says "Maria watches our 1.5 year old toddler and she is such a wonderful presence in our home! She is thoughtful, tidy and incredibly warm and loving. Our son...

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Stephanie M.

Downey, CA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! Thanks for taking the time to review my profile! I've worked with children since high school volunteering with after-school programs and babysitting. After high school I started my own summer tutoring business and moved on to being an educator after graduating from Cal State LA with a bachelor's in Early Childhood...
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Eugenie B.

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver

Downey, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a reliable, patient and creative worker with 20 years experience with children; ages ranging from 2-12 years old. I recently left my preschool job to further expand my experience and services in different aspects of child/family related jobs. I have my Child Development Certificate with 20 plus units along with some...

Steffany E. says "Eugenie takes child care very seriously and with compassion and understanding. She is getting to know my little ones and is flexible with their needs."

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Mirna O.

Joyful, Patient And Multi-tasker

Downey, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi! I am patient, caring and reliable. I have been a babysitter for four years and I enjoy working with families watching children grow. I have experience working with toddlers as well as newborns. As a sitter, I am attentive and understanding. For infants, it's important to be warm and kind. As well as, making sure they are...
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Elizavette C.

Downey, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Here to increase the overall well-being of the children I serve with a safe, environmental friendly approach in the comfort of your home. I ensure care and supervision and manage my time accordingly during the care of your child or children. B. A. degree in Child Development and Family Studies: CSULB. A. A. Degree in Speech...
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Monica A.

Downey, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Monica, I am a patient, caring, energetic, and creative individual. I really enjoy working with children and I have 20 years of experience working with a variety of age groups. I've participated in running summer camps and taught at after school programs, Montessori's, and Head Starts. I also volunteered to...
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Luisa A.

Downey, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have extensive experience in childcare, having worked with children of various ages and backgrounds. I am also a graduate in Early Childhood Education, I participated in a cultural exchange program called Au Pair for a year, living with an American family. Language was never an obstacle, as I forged a strong connection with...
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Cristina A.

Downey, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I bring a patient and friendly approach to childcare. My previous babysitting roles sparked a passion for positively impacting young lives and supporting families. I am comfortable caring for up to three children and enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and...
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Elizabeth D.

Responsible And Fun

Bellflower, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a 24yo MFT graduate student! I have a BA in Literature & Psychology and will graduate with an MA in Marriage & Family Therapy in May. I am looking for work as a babysitter this summer! I'm comfortable with kids of all ages & personalities. I will work with you & your kid to help meet your family's needs. I will invest in...

Alexa Z. says "Ella is an amazing nanny! Our family could not be happier with having her as an integral part of our daughter's care. She is responsible, caring,...

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Briana H.

Carson, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
About me: I started babysitting after school and on the weekends at the age of 12. At 16 I was hired as a daycare assistant then moved my way to lead teacher in my 20's. I have over 15 years of daycare/babysitting/nanny experience as well as 3 years of experience as a Registered behavioral technician providing ABA services to...

Care Member says "Ms.Bri is great, my children had the opportunity to have her as a daycare teacher as well as a nanny during the summer. She is respectful, responsible ,...

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Katlyne K.

Fun Sitter Great With Kids

Pico Rivera, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have five years of experience in child care. I can drive and my hours are flexible. I am certified in CPR and First Aid.

Deepti R. says "Katlyne is a great nanny. She is caring, flexible and friendly. My son was looking forward to play with Katlyne everyday and she became his best friend in...

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Vitoria Z.

Ex-Au Pair Fun And Lovely

Los Angeles, CA

3.7(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi families! I'm a really open mind, careful and responsible. I've been a baby sitter since I was 16y. Also I have a certificated for being an Au pair (baby sitter) for 2 years and half here. I did a fully weekend training about first aid for kids. CPR certified and I'm fully vaccinated with COVID and the booster. Flu and TDAP...

Karine S. says "She was a lovely Au pair. She was always patient with the kids and our family's flexible schedule. She had shown us many Brazilian traditions and was open...

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Tiffany C.

La Mirada, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love working with kids! I used to work at a water park as a swim instructor with children of all ages. I taught from mommy and me classes, preschool lessons, adaptive classes, up to advanced swimmers learning to swim competitively. I was trained to ensure safety in and outside of the water. I am CPR and first aid certified...

Care Member says "Tiffany was punctual and great with my kids, i would definitely hire her again! "

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Emily E.

Whittier, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Hi my name is Emily and I'm 24 years old. I am a certified EMT so I have all my First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. I recently had a baby girl named Skyla so now I have a bunch of new experiences that benefit my nanny jobs. I used to be a lifeguard at Great Wolf Lodge so I can recognize potential hazards for your child(ren) in and...

Carrie D. says "Emily was a huge part of our family for the last few months and we miss her and would definitely hire her again. We are foster parents and Emily was our...

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Stephanie T.

Baby Sitting Is My Craft

Whittier, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I am Stephanie. I have 2 years of experience babysitting. I enjoy doing arts and crafts with children as well as reading to them. I can prepare their meals, do their laundry and make sure they finish their homework. If anyone has questions feel free to ask.

Melinda D. says "Stephanie babysat for my son, for about a month. She was amazing with him, if I could I would bring her back as a babysitter anytime. She was always on...

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Catherine T.

Whittier, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
My name is Catherine and I am so excited to work with you. I have my preschool teacher certification & have my AA in Early Childhood Development. I am also in school working on my bachelors degree in education and child development as well as minoring in social work. I enjoy working with kids because they are all so different...

Priscilla M. says "Catherine is a very caring person who is great with children. She is also very professional. She did a great job with my kids and they absolutely...

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Starlight L.

Young Woman With Full Transportation With Room For Sports/extra Activities

Lakewood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I grew up in a large family of 5, and while I've always been the oldest I've had a lot of experience babysitting. I'm a very friendly outgoing person, and always had a huge love for kids

Lisa M. says "Starlight has many years experience with watching multiple children at once. She is attentive, patient, and good at multitasking. She is trustworthy and...

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Arion L.

Full-Time Child Care Provider

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Arion, I'm a recent graduate of Michigan State University where I studied Child Development with a concentration on Elementary Education. My dream job is to work in education policy and help reform the American education system. I have had the pleasure of working and studying in several daycares/preschools including the...

Melody W. says "We were lucky enough to find Arion to take care of our three boys aged 5, 7, and 8 this past summer. This was our first experience with a care giver...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.50/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.6

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Downey, CA

After School Babysitters in Downey, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Sierra W.

Sierra worked with our family for 2+ years, starting with us just after the lockdown. It was a scary time, but Sierra brought with her a...

- Care member

Maria P.

Maria watches our 1.5 year old toddler and she is such a wonderful presence in our home! She is thoughtful, tidy and incredibly warm and...

- Brittany L.

Eugenie B.

Eugenie takes child care very seriously and with compassion and understanding. She is getting to know my little ones and is flexible with...

- Steffany E.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Downey, CA

You can review 10 after school babysitter profiles near you in Downey, CA 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 Downey, CA is $22.50. 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 Downey, CA 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 Downey, CA can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Downey, CA.

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