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Emma K.

Fun And Easygoing Sitter

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am an energetic and organized sophomore at SDSU and am looking for a little extra money to get me through college! I have a car and am willing to work around 10-15 hrs a week (part-time). I absolutely love children and have been a camp counselor for the past 3 summers. This is my first time using care. com, but I am...
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Isabel A.

Isabel

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Isabel and I am a 23-year-old graduate from UCLA. I live in San Diego, working as a Staff Research Associate in the Department of Psychiatry at UCSD Med, doing research on adolescent development. Outside of work, I love to run, hang out with my friends, and do little crafts! From my role as Ms. Rose, a...
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Megan P.

Just The Babysitter You're Looking For!

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! I am an online 3rd grade teacher looking to help you with your children and anything else you may need to make your days a little easier. In addition to keeping your children entertained and safe, I also offer tutoring, help around the house, carpooling to after school activities, errand running and anything else you...
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Ashley G.

My Name Is Ashley And I Am 19 Years Old And Going To Grossmont College. Looking For Temporary Jobs.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as kind, empathetic, and caring. I like working with kids because it is rewarding to gain the trust of children who usually only trust their parents and close family members/friends! I'm looking for a job that is flexible and can work with my school schedule. I started working with kids when I was...

Jennifer W. says "Ashley is fantastic! We hired Ashley to help watch 3 babies (6 months and 18 months) onsite during an evening dinner event at a restaurant. The 3 babies...

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Kylee D.

Babysitter Or Nanny Available

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a former camp counselor and after school aide experienced with working with kids of all ages and personalities. I have reliable transportation and a very free schedule. As an Ivy League student-athlete, I can be a positive role model for older kids and a strong leader for younger kids. I love working with kids, and am...
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Kassandra L.

Fun Active Sitter

San Diego, CA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Kassandra. I'm 22 years old and I love working with kids. I find it very rewarding. I graduated high school class of 2020 and due to COVID I decided to take some time to decide what I'd like to study. After taking a break, I became interested in child development and wanted to gain more experience before...
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Kelsey O.

Experienced Child Care Provider And Babysitter Available Frequently

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I recently moved from Orange County to San Diego! Prior to moving, I worked for the City of Irvine in Community Services / Parks & Recreation for many years. I have led after school and summer camp programs with elementary school children, early childhood development classes, and have programmed a plethora of activities for...

Sili P. says "We highly recommend Kelsey! She's CPR certified, experienced, reliable, kind, fun, smart, patient, and flexible. My 5 yr. old and 6 month old love her....

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Olivia G.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

San Diego, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a CPR/First Aid certified nanny with years of experience caring for infants through school-age children. I've worked in after-school programs (ages 4-12), nannied infants and toddlers, and supported children with special needs. I've taken child development courses and love creating fun, enriching activities like...
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Michelle R.

Experienced Sitter

San Diego, CA

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$27/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Michelle. I have over 10 years working with children. I first started working with kids back in high school where I would help teach horseback riding lessons to kids and kids with special needs. After graduating high school I moved to San Diego and there I got a job working at a nanny agency. I worked with that...
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Courtney H.

Child Care Provider / Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have over 10 years experience working with and educating children of all ages. I have experience in child care, after school, volunteer, classroom, and community settings. I have my cross disciplinary BFA in Sculpture and Metals, and am currently pursuing my Master's in art education. I recently held a position as a TA at a...
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Ashley B.

Fun And Energetic Sitter!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am a third year at UCSD majoring in real estate development (pre-law). I've been working as a baby sitter and teaching swim lessons in my free time for 2 years. I am CPR certified and know the importance of water safety. I value incorporating play through exciting games and creative crafts. I always...

Stephanie Z. says "Ashley did a great job! She was on time, polite, understanding, and empathic to our concerns. We'd love to hire her again. Thank you so much!"

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Clara G.

Adaptable Sitter! Clara G From San Diego

San Diego, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I'm a college student currently working as an elementary afterschool youth 'PrimeTime' leader for kids who's parents can't pick them up immediately after school. Depending on the day, I work with groups of about 10-20 kids aged anywhere from 5-12. Many days my supervisor assigns me to different schools, giving me great...
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Autumn L.

Occasional Sitter Here To Help!

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I started babysitting when I was 14 years old for kids in my neighborhood. Since then, I've had experience as a substitute teacher, Early Head Start home visitor, nanny & postpartum doula. I earned a Master's in Maternal & Child Nutrition from the University of California, Davis in 2009. During my time caring for children, I...

Care Member says "Best caregiver a family could ask for!"

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Amanda B.

BANKERS HILL SITTER

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Amanda. I live in Bankers Hill. I have been a nanny/babysitter on and off for a number of years now working with children ranging from age 3 months-13 years. I was a preschool and after school teacher at the New York Kids Club and NY Preschool where I taught children 7 months-8 years old. I graduated from the...
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Kirrin B.

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Ihave a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a focus on child development. I've been fortunate to work in the childcare industry for several years, including as a Childcare Director at a Daycare, where I oversaw daily operations, staff scheduling, and curriculum development. I also served as a Director at the Leaders of...
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Melissa Z.

My Name Is Melissa, I Am 24 Years Old

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, and caring I just recently moved back to San Diego. I work at a school as a teachers assistant. I have experience with infants all the way up to 13 years old. I started working with kids in different ski resorts. I was in charge of taking care of them in between lesson breaks or...
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Melissa G.

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

San Diego, CA

4.8(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience with children of all ages from infants through teens, families, & multiples, along with children with disabilities. I'm very active working in the health & fitness field as well as child care. In the past I was a summer fitness camp employee supervising...

Care Member says "Melissa was, for 4 years my 95 year old mother’s personal caregiver, acreage/property manager, kept her calendar, her transportation and her cook. She...

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Giselle M.

Child Care Provider

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a college student and after school coach currently pursuing a degree in elementary education. I have over a year experience now babysitting professionally. Additionally, I recently worked as a preschool teacher for almost a year, and am CPR certified. When hired for a job I will ask for your child's typical...

Care Member says "I’ve hired Giselle multiple times for my 2 girls. They love her! She’s honest, reliable, & very caring. Always goes the extra mile and we appreciate her...

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Raquel A.

Babysitter

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I worked as a nanny for a family with two children for 6 years. I have experience in caring for children from 5 months old to 10 years old. years, I have a first class course help, helped with homework, made things comfortable for the children, played with them after school, did light cleaning of the home, pick up the kids from...
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Caedyn W.

Nanny/Sitter

San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
My name is Caedyn . Im 18 im Filipino I'm a dependable, energetic, and caring childcare provider with a true passion for working with kids. I'd describe myself as tidy, reliable, and a little silly the perfect mix for creating a safe, clean, and fun environment children can thrive in. My journey with childcare began in my...
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  • 535 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.38/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school babysitters is 4.7

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in San Diego, CA

After School Babysitters in San Diego, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 257 reviews of the 534 listed after school babysitters

Ashley G.

Ashley is fantastic! We hired Ashley to help watch 3 babies (6 months and 18 months) onsite during an evening dinner event at a restaurant....

- Jennifer W.

Kelsey O.

We highly recommend Kelsey! She's CPR certified, experienced, reliable, kind, fun, smart, patient, and flexible. My 5 yr. old and 6 month...

- Sili P.

Ashley B.

Ashley did a great job! She was on time, polite, understanding, and empathic to our concerns. We'd love to hire her again. Thank you so...

- Stephanie Z.

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

You can review 534 after school babysitter profiles near you in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA is $21.38. 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA.

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