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Angelica O.

La Quinta, CA

4.4(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Angelica. All my friends and kiddos call me Gelli, for short. (yes, like peanut butter and jelly) I currently have 15 units in Early Childhood Education, 3 being in infant toddler. I have 6 years experience in child care. I read, cook, get physical activity with the children and help with homework. I will also...

Jessica B. says "The kids loved Gelli. They said she played with them the entire time and was not on her phone at all. She was upbeat, arrived early and was very...

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Sarah P.

La Quinta, CA

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a 24-year-old with a degree in Sociology and American Studies, I have been working as a registered behavior technician, working with kids with autism, in the Los Angeles area. I am in the process of applying to graduate school in order to gain my license in marriage and family therapy. Due to the recent health epidemic, I...
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Mikayla L.

Funny, Outgoing, Reliable Baby Sitter

La Quinta, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I come from a family of four, so many siblings. I have a younger sister, whom I help take care of all the time because my mother works full time. I also help take care of my niece when my brother or sister in-law have something to do. My older sister has a lot of friends who have children, so I get to be around them a lot and...
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Cynthia D.

Experienced Caregiver Available For Babysitting: A Loving Dog Mom And Excited Grandmother-to-Be

La Quinta, CA

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$25/hr
I have years of experience caring for kids, as well as being a dog mom. My son and his wife are expecting a baby in July 2024. I've worked from home for over 30 years, my schedule is flexible, and I am available to babysit 3-5 hours daily.
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Kirsti W.

La Quinta, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Welcome! Former substitute teacher and current homeschool teacher, independent tutor, and child care professional. I am open to occasional babysitting or tutoring jobs. I have a BA in psychology and have always worked with kids in some capacity. I've been babysitting for decades and am a passionate believer of books and...

Lindsay D. says "Kirsti is the best! We booked a family vacation and then unfortunately ended up having to work for half of it. We hired Kirsti to help us out so our kids...

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Jamila R.

La Quinta, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. For the past year, I've dedicated myself to creating enriching experiences for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor. I enjoy engaging children in outdoor sports, board games, and...
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Paige H.

Palm Desert, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Im experienced, enthusiastic, and patient with a passion for child care and helping others. I've babysat and cared for children since I can remember. 5 years ago I relocated here to the Desert and worked for Bermuda Dunes Learning Center for 4 years. Through that time I gained an extensive amount of knowledge due to being able...

Jessie B. says "I felt very comfortable with Paige right off the bat. My two year old son liked her right away as well which made me feel even better. She was very...

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Marie Y.

Compassionate Caregiver / Family Assistant

Palm Desert, CA

5.0(1)
from
$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Helping others is what I do best. I am passionate about empowering kids & seniors. I am available to be there when you can't but will never take your place. I'm a high energy, fun loving individual who is looking for my next move. I'm a nurturer by nature and love cooking delicious healthy meals, driving (to doctors or after...

Amy N. says "Marie provided after school pickup for my teen daughter while I was away on a business trip. She made sure my daughter and I both felt comfortable and...

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Lucero C.

Palm Desert, CA

from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have many years of babysitting experience, previously worked in after school childcare, and was an overnight camp counselor for nine years. I'm comfortable with all types of children, and take the responsibility of their care very seriously. I always try to maintain a calm and caring demeanor with any child I work with....
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Alexis M.

Laughs And Love Are The Perfect Duo!

Palm Desert, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi my name is Alexis! I'm 31 years old and have a passion for pets of all species and people of all ages. I've been working since was 18 and have always been a sitter for my younger brother and children of family members and friends. I am very loving, caring, patient, and understanding. I like to say I'm a kid at heart still so...
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Jaquie F.

Part-time Babysitter

Indio, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Well I have 3 brothers and 2 sisters and I've taken care and babysat them for my parents before. Also I have took care of my cousin which vary for the ages of 2-14 and I am a dental assistant by day and I love having patients that are children because they make my day and I would say that I am very good with children and...
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Jessica K.

Experienced Childcare Provider

Palm Desert, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have a lot of experience working with children. I have been a nanny, a babysitter and taught preschool along side a master preschool instructor for off and on 10 years. I love children of all ages and feel it's more important than ever to provide parents with piece of mind when they are not able to be with their children. My...
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Desire J.

My Name Is Desire. I Am 19 Years Old. I Live In California. I Am Dominican. I Speak Spanish

Indio, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
My name is Desire. I am 19 years old. I live in California. I am Dominican. I speak Spanish and English. I have experience with children. I recently had 4 children in my care, ages 3, 4, 6, and 11.
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Shawna R.

Indio, CA

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$17/hr
Hello my name is Shawna. I have experience babysitting children in my family and my Godson. I have done it professionally but I am willing to take the necessary courses to be properly certified to care for your child such as CPR, etc. to ensure your child is safe and you feel safe with me caring for them. I am reliable,...
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Gabriella N.

Indio, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development, which led me to become a childcare provider. In my previous babysitting roles, I discovered the joy of fostering a positive impact on children's lives. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I believe in open communication with parents. I provide regular updates...
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Angie M.

Happy Child Happy Life

Coachella, CA

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$12/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting over 7 years. I have about 10 nieces and nephews that I have baby sat. I have also babysat neighbors kids from new horns to about 5-year-olds. I have enjoyed to the fullest watching them grow develop motor skills. How to walk talk write and all their little creative ways of communicating
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Kassandra C.

Outgoing, Creative, And Loves Children!

Indio, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a mother myself on a mission to provide the best care for families that need a helping hand talking care of their precious littles. I love to implement the use of our little one's imaginations and creativity to create a fun learning and safe environment. I have 5 years of experience babysitting ages 6months- 9 years old. I...
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Paige H.

Indio, CA

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$21/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Paige, a loving and responsible babysitter with both personal and professional childcare experience. I've completed college courses in Early Childhood Education, which have deepened my understanding of child development, learning through play, and creating age-appropriate activities that support growth and...
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Helaina A.

Fun Sitter With Yummy Baking Skills

Palm Desert, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello there parents! My name is Helaina, I moved to the Palm Desert area in 2020, after attending school in Oregon. I have been a nanny and babysitter for around 2 years now, but had been with families for around 5 years. I love to laugh, be active, bake, cook, travel, and clean. I come from a family of nurses and singers, so I...
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Angelica S.

Fun Loving, Vibrant Caregiver

Rancho Mirage, CA

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$28/hr
4 years experience
Hello all ! My name is Angelica and I look forward to meeting you and your family. I am 19 years old and I have been involved in childcare for almost 4 years now. I come from a Spanish speaking family so I am bilingual. I am currently a student at a local community college aiming to get an AA in business and nursing. In the...
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  • 37 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.17/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.5

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in La Quinta, CA

After School Babysitters in La Quinta, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 37 listed after school babysitters

Angelica O.

The kids loved Gelli. They said she played with them the entire time and was not on her phone at all. She was upbeat, arrived early and was...

- Jessica B.

Kirsti W.

Kirsti is the best! We booked a family vacation and then unfortunately ended up having to work for half of it. We hired Kirsti to help us...

- Lindsay D.

Paige H.

I felt very comfortable with Paige right off the bat. My two year old son liked her right away as well which made me feel even better. She...

- Jessie B.

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

You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in La Quinta, 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 La Quinta, CA is $20.17. 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 La Quinta, 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 La Quinta, 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 La Quinta, CA.

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