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After school babysitters in Gardena, CA
Jacob G.
Los Angeles, CA
$18-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! my name is Jacob and I grew up in Charleston, South Carolina. I just moved to Los Angeles and have lived in both Jerusalem and Hawaii. I'm an avid musician, with years of experience playing guitar, singing, and performing. I pride myself on my dependability, positivity, and sensitivity. I believe strongly in the good that...
Jacob can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
5.0
"Jacob is incredibly kind and dependable. All three of our children love spending time with him. He is interactive, plays actively with the children and is engaging. Jacob also multi tasks from transporting kids to activities and cooking meals. He's the best!!"
Stephanie P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 6+ years of experience teaching children's theatre, working at summer camps, as an after-school teacher, and as a substitute teacher. I have a knack for coming up with fun activities, going along with what kids want to do (while enforcing safe boundaries), and enjoying supporting development through play. I love...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was great! My kids loved her. A star."
Care member
Stella F.
Redondo Beach, CA
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Fun Babysitter! We Always Have A Good Time, And Stay Safe!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Stella and I am a positive and loving babysitter! I am a student at Sacramento State university and am looking to connect with families nearby:) I am the eldest of 4 children, and I love to nurture, talk, play, and entertain kids! I'm always down for fun activities like going to the park or playing outside, arts and...
Stella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
5.0
"Stella is the absolute bomb. She was so wonderful with our 6 month old and she is the kindest gentlest. We can't wait to have Stella back soon!"
Lauren J.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I don't have much experience, but I have a bunch of nieces and nephews & they'll gladly tell you that I'm their favorite (do what you will with that info lol).
At any party, you'll usually catch me playing with the children or the dogs so you could definitely say that I prefer the company of children & pets over adults.
I'm...
Genavie can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My daughter loves Genavie! Babysits time to time when needed to run some errands. Highly recommend your kid(s) will love her too."
Sonia T.
5.0
(1)
My name is Sylvia C. I am 54 years old. I've been married for 37 years and have only one son, of 35 years old. He is a paramedic and fireman who graduated from UCLA with his masters in History. I have been working full time as a babysitter for the past 36 years. Growing up I always wanted to be a school teacher, but got married...
Sylvia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sylvia was an excellent caretaker for our son from age 4 months to 2 years. She supported the schedule we created for him and kept him entertained around his nap times. She made healthy, homemade food and offered a variety to expose him to different flavors as...
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!
My name is Danielle and I'm 22 years old. I am a recent grad of SFSU and I have my BA in Child Development with an emphasis on Early Education. My prior experience with children ranges from 4 months to 13 years old. I started casually babysitting in San Francisco on the weekends during undergrad, nannied for an...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Danielle cared for our son during winter break last year. She was reliable and my son had a blast with her. She took pictures of the excursions they went on and kept us up to date. We were very excited to learn that Danielle was a counselor at our son's camp last...
Danielle F.
Sarah M.
Long Beach, CA
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I like interacting and caring for children. I started off babysitting for close family friends at the age of 16 and found that it is something I love. Now that I am in school, I want to make it my part time job. Being around kids is something I enjoy which is why I am in school to become a pediatric nurse. I also enjoy crafts,...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"A natural knack for kids! Not going to lie, my twins are a handful add a 1.5 year old to the mix it seems like mission impossible. But Sarah is great with them! She's very interactive and is always playing with them. Great hire for anyone looking"
Veronica S.
Sharay D.
Los Angeles, CA
$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Child Development Major Who Loves Working With All Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sharay D. I usually have my kids and their parents call me Shay. I have 4 years of professional experience but a lot more when babysitting my family. I'm majoring in Psychology at CSUDH. I aspire to be a good role model and friend to the children I care for. I can help with Housekeeping Cooking/Meal Preparation, and...
Sharay can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Sharay took care of our daughter starting when she was about 6 months old and our daughter loved her! Our little one is not a "lay around for tummy time" type of baby and Sharay did a great job of keeping her engaged the entire time we watched her. She's helped us...
Amanda L.
4.7
(14)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Quinshauna. I have been caring for children every since 2011. After high school, I went right into working in Early Childhood Education, where I assisted with the supervision of children, ages 2-5. I served them meals and snacks and also taught basic math and reading lessons. I was on the job for about three...
Quinshauna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Quinshauna was reliable, gentle and kind with both my children. I hired her during a trip to Las Vegas and she came to our hotel room twice. My 5 year old immediately took to Quinshauna's laid back, sweet nature and they started playing Princess dolls till story...
Dana D.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Kylie, and I've been caring for kids in the South Bay for 6 years now. I love creating fun and educational activities, whether it's playing games, doing crafts, or exploring outside. My main goal is to make sure every moment is enjoyable and helps kids learn and grow.
Besides looking after the little ones, I'm happy to...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I had to be in the LA area with my one year old daughter for a month and was fortunate to find Kylie! She is a delightful person and her interactions with my daughter were amazing. She took her out each day for a walk, engaged her with music, played with her and...
Mary B.
Dominique P.
Inglewood, CA
$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Loving And Caring Nanny/babysitter With 5year Experience
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a bilingual babysitter speak both English and Spanish. I am CPR certified and have a clean background check. I work at a daycare preschool with kids ages from 1-4 years. I have 5 years paid experience being private babysitter from ages 3 months- 6years old. I love children and get along with them very well. I am...
Dominique can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I worked part time with Dominique at a daycare, she is very giving and loving. She takes her job serious and the kids absolutely love her. She has a lot of patience and a lot of energy being around 10 kids at once"
Monserrat A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Austyn Y! I am 25 years old and the oldest of three. I have grown up nannying since I was 15 years old. I am out of school online for awhile now, and am looking for a short-term, or long-term job. I attended Ole Miss and have a double major in Biology and Exercise Science. I am currently going to Southern California...
Austyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Austyn is a great, always on time has patience and a way of communicating with my little ones. She helped me out so much and i highly recommend. My kids looked fwd to there sessions with Austyn, and will definitely be using her in future."
Oscar M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a State Certified Nutritionist Assistant with over 34 years of experience working for W. I. C. with expecting mothers, new mothers, and their infants. I am CPR certified, have given classes in nutrition, breastfeeding, and prenatal. Aside from my experience working at W. I. C. I am a mother myself to 2 boys and 2 girls. As...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thelma is a very caring person, she is reliable, clean, organized, punctual person; she has good character and is very loving towards others. I have known Thelma for over 30 years."
Care member
4.8
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to check out my page! Working with children has been my calling. I've worked with children in many different areas including preschool, daycare, after school programs, high school, babysitting, special needs assistance, overnight summer camp and tutoring. You can expect me to be punctual,...
Athena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Athena is absolutely amazing. Not only does she have a plethora of experience, she is also kind, warm, curious and nurturing. We interviewed her for a nanny position and while our needs ultimately changed, we would highly recommend Athena for any and all child care...
Leah F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started taking care of my younger sister in 1995. I have been helping families since 2000 when I was an Au Pair. I love working with children because they are so much fun and I love watching them grow up. I taught kids how to swim and how to play basketball. I have lots of experience with kids. I love pets. I am graduated in...
Michele can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is attentive and dedicated, we can see there is love on her caring. We are happy we found her to help us."
Katly P.
Tiffany O.
Lawndale, CA
$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there my name is Tiffany I have been a child caregiver for 8 years now age ranging in newborn to 15 years old. I help children with home work and also help children learn the basic curricular how to notice sounds in alphabets and many more . I love arts and crafts and outdoors activities. I love reading books and watching...
Tiffany can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We spoke with Tiffany about helping us with our 4 year old son. She responded to our messages extremely quickly, and sounded extremely friendly and professional on the phone. The ONLY reason we didn't hire her, is because we had a slight scheduling issue (our...
Brook M.
Alexus M.
Paramount, CA
$18-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there!!, I am Alexus. I currently am a college student majoring in Elementary School Education, and also work as a Paraprofessional that aids students with various disabilities. I put forth all my efforts in ensuring every child I am around is well taken care of and all needs requested are met. I am reliable, responsible...
Alexus can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Alexus is great! Always on time and commutative! I trust her with my kids."
Roxanne Z.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Dear Parents, my name is Sabrina. I've always had a passion for working with children. I started babysitting at 18 years old, so that's over 10+ years now, was a nanny for 2 years, and an assistant teacher at a daycare. I now work at a non profit organization for children. I believe we really shape children's lives, so I would...
Sabrina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's nice, and always on time! I hired Sabrina as a date night sitter for my 4 month old, he's now 6 months, and she's watched him about 5 times now. She's really good at putting my son to sleep! "
Jamie S.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, welcome to my profile! My name is Lexi and I am super friendly, outgoing, and reliable. I absolutely adore working with children, and cannot wait to find a family that is a great fit for me. My schedule is extremely flexible, so I can definitely work around your family's needs. I am CPR certified and I have also taught swim...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lexi is absolutely incredible. She's been with us for nearly two years now and is an inseparable part of our family. She's emotionally intelligent, patient (especially with two toddlers), energetic, reliable, and ambitious. Anyone who works with her will never want...
Kayla U.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I grew up the eldest of 6 children and have for as long as I can remember been the "mom" of my sisters :) People say I have a knack with children, as they tend to gravitate towards me :) I love children and simply enjoy seeing the world through their eyes - at any stage of their growing up. I would love the opportunity to help...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Lily is a dream come true! After months of caring for my children, Lily's role expanded into more of a life assistant - truly! Lily is an amazing chef and prepared delicious family meals, helped me move out of our house and organize (like a pro!!!) our new house....
Melanie B.
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Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Gardena, CA
Jacob G.
5.0
Jacob is incredibly kind and dependable. All three of our children love spending time with him. He is interactive, plays actively with the children and is engaging. Jacob also multi tasks from transporting kids to activities and cooking meals. He's the best!!
- Stephanie P.
Mary H.
5.0
Mary is friendly, dependable and gets along well with my kid, he really looks forward to seeing her. I would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Stella F.
5.0
Stella helped us transport our TK student (4/5 years old) from TK to after-school activities. She helped us daily for 8 months. She was super reliable and responsible. Our son loved getting picked up by Stella. She went out of her way to make him feel comfortable and safe. She always texted...
- Care member
Genavie O.
5.0
We have had Genavie to help us with our 2 toddlers and she brings all the fun! My kids enjoy her upbeat energy and playing with her. She is also trustworthy and respectful of our home. Genavie is a great babysitter to have
- Lynette L.
Sylvia C.
5.0
Sylvia is wonderful. She started with us when my first child was 11 weeks old, and stayed with us until my third child was started school. Eight years total. She loves children and treated mine as if they were her own. She engaged with them, played with them, did activities with them. Always did...
- Lauren M.
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Gardena, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Gardena, CA?
You can review 7 after school babysitter profiles near you in Gardena, 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Gardena, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Gardena, CA is $17.00. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.
How can I find an after school babysitter near me in Gardena, CA?
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 Gardena, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Gardena, CA to watch my children between when they get off school and I get off work?
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 Gardena, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Gardena, CA?
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 Gardena, CA.