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Jazmin R.

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
11 years experience
I'm passionate about fostering the growth and development of children, and I believe I can make a positive impact on their lives. As a nanny, I strive to support families by providing reliable childcare. With over a decade of experience, I've learned to be patient, creative, and imaginative when communicating with children. I'm...
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Fabiana C.

Nanny Fab: Bringing Smiles And Snuggles

Palo Alto, CA

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$29/hr
1 year experience
Fabiana, a compassionate and experienced nanny with over 2 years of childcare experience in Colombia, brings warmth and expertise to every family she works with. At 42, she's deeply committed to children's well-being and growth, describing herself as patient, positive, and kind. Fabiana enjoys making a positive impact on...
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David M.

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing young minds. I'm drawn to this profession because I find great joy in making a positive impact on the lives of children and supporting families. I have three years of experience caring for children of various ages, and I'm comfortable caring for up to two children...
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Julia N.

Palo Alto, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Julia and I'm a college student majoring in Psychology with a special interest in child development. I have experience babysitting children ages 3 to 6, and I also worked as a camp counselor in 2022 for kids ages 9 to 11. Through that, I gained valuable skills in conflict mediation, emotional regulation, and...
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Helen C.

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
Hey! I have many years of experience working with children and being an extra support to families. I have experience in doing morning drop off, practice drop off, and morning/bedtime routine. I am comfortable working with all ages! I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and funny I like working with kids because...

Alexander C. says "Helen watched our 10 year old son for us for a date night and we will definitely use her again. She was prompt to reply when we had questions or...

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Claribel P.

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience
Since I love work with kids I'm very lovely women respectfully energetic I love play white them go to the park or they activities
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Staci S.

Palo Alto, CA

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$20/hr
15 years experience
I'm an experienced, nurturing childcare provider with a 15-year history of supporting families and fostering children's development. My passion for childcare stems from the joy I find in helping children learn, grow, and reach their full potential. I'm known for my patient and calm demeanor, which creates a positive and...
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Kelly V.

Palo Alto, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Kind, Compassionate, Active I like working with kids because it's honestly so much fun and every day is a new experience -- every child I work with has had such a positive and lasting impact on me. The family I nannied for all through college truly became my second-family and I...
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Riley G.

Smile Creator

Palo Alto, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello there! I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a fun-loving and trustworthy individual with a passion for nurturing young minds. With extensive experience in tutoring, coaching and babysitting, I have had the pleasure of making a positive impact on the lives of many children. I can be described as patient, respectful and a...
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Cauanny Z.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I worked as an After-school kindergarten teacher, and worked there for over a year growing my experience with children as little as in Pre-K to 6th grade, and also with different behaviors. Before COVID hit, I was the lead kindergarten teacher, ran my own classroom as well as creating the curriculum. Keeping a child engaged...
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Norma O.

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Norma. I am 35 years old. Grew up in the Bay Area. I started babysitting at the age of 16. I have experience with children of all ages. I'm a mother myself. I consider myself a patient, lovable and trustworthy person. Love taking walks to the park, read a book, board games, Arts&crafts. I Help around the house...

Joel A. says "Norma it's a great person and hard worker, she's always happy and willing to help others person like her it's nice to have around "

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Samantha G.

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I love working with kids and am looking for a nanny position. I have had 8+ years of experience working with kids from babysitting, short-term nannying, working as a camp counselor, working at an after school program, coaching volleyball, working as a classroom aide, and student teaching in a 6th grade classroom and TK...
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Raquel G.

Full Time Nanny/ Babysitter Available

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$33/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Raquel and I am seeking a family to join the current family I work for in a nanny share!! The baby I care for is 3 months old and mom would like to start the nanny share end of august or early September! I have experience with children of all ages from zero to 22! I've been working with children for over 10 years...

Samuel K. says "Raquel is an absolute miracle.I could not ask for anyone better to take care of my 2 year old daughter. Her kindness, motherly instinct, patience, upbeat...

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Keily H.

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I'm a friendly, patient, and reliable childcare provider with a passion for supporting families. My calm demeanor creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. With one year of experience, I'm skilled at engaging children in various activities, both educational and fun, such as outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles....
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Leah K.

Part-time Sitter/nanny With Playmate Included!

Palo Alto, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Having a 20-month-old toddler myself, I am going through the same gratifying challenges that you are! I hope your child will love my silly voices when I read to them, my relaxed demeanor, and my awe for the small victories they accomplish themselves. As I am currently looking for part-time, I can do light housekeeping...
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Teresa O.

Teresa O From Carmichael, CA

Palo Alto, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a young energetic woman with lots of experience with kids. I grew up as the second oldest of 5 and was always eager to help my parents care for my younger siblings. I have been babysitting since I was a teenager and have also done many caregiving job throughout the years. I am currently training to be a Commercial Pilot and...
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Meliame L.

Palo Alto, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi my name is Meliame 41 years of age. I have been working with children ministry in my church for almost 20 years now. Also I current work at stanford children hospital as nursing assistant and patient companions 3 nights a week. I used to babysitting for 2 individual family between 2 years. I simply love children and enjoy...
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Ekaterina S.

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
I've been caring for children for over three years, and it brings me immense joy to support families by providing reliable childcare. My passion for nurturing children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, has driven my career in this field. My approach to childcare is...
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Sarah G.

Outdoor Educator With 10+ Years Of Childcare Experience

Palo Alto, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi everyone! My name is Sarah and I am a recent college graduate living back in the Bay Area. I'm currently working part time at a non-profit doing habitat restoration! I'm an outdoor educator and I am extremely passionate about advocating for environmental protections so kids have a cleaner and greener future to grow up in!! I...
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Hui Z.

Mandarin Teacher Or Tutor/Nanny

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a preschool teacher with 7 years' experience and hold Child Development Site Supervisor Permit. I have worked with children from newborns to school-age. Children are my biggest passion. I have at least 17 years' experience working with them. I believe children learn from playing, which provides opportunities for children to...

Xin Y. says "We hired Linda to take care of our 2 years old daughter. She was punctual and reliable. She is very experienced in child caring and playing with little one....

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.56/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA

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

Helen C.

Helen watched our 10 year old son for us for a date night and we will definitely use her again. She was prompt to reply when we had...

- Alexander C.

Norma O.

Norma it's a great person and hard worker, she's always happy and willing to help others person like her it's nice to have around

- Joel A.

Raquel G.

Raquel is an absolute miracle.I could not ask for anyone better to take care of my 2 year old daughter. Her kindness, motherly instinct,...

- Samuel K.

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

You can review 39 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA is $26.56. 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, CA.

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