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Sidney H.

Hello! Interested In Getting Into More Babysitting/nanny After School And After Work.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I'm Sidney-born and raised in Santa Cruz. I've always loved being around kids and genuinely enjoy helping them feel safe, supported, and happy. I have experience with children of all ages, from newborns to teens, and currently coach volleyball at both the middle school and high school levels. Whether it's playing, reading,...
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School Psychologist Offering Childcare And School Support

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I love working with children and young people! 20 year career in education~ School Psych specializing in autism spectrum disorder, social emotional well being and mental health counseling support. I'm also an active Aunt to three under 6! I'm a trained children's yoga teacher and love showing a way for children to connect with...
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Babysitter Services

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I recently graduate college with a degree in plant sciences and also have a few years of babysitting experience. I grew up babysitting for a couple of family friends and neighborhood kids while I was in high school as well as helping out with after school programs. I have since moved away from my home town and want to get back...
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Sweet San Diegan Sitter!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Bryn! Born and raised in San Diego, I am a lovely, patient, and creative person with approximately 7 years of experience caring for children. I have worked as a camp counselor, sitter, pet sitter, and I currently work in after-school care. Your children will receive appropriate care with me, and I'm willing to do...
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Experienced & Patient

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Teagan and I'm a patient & creative 25-year-old. I've worked in childcare for about a decade starting out as a nanny, then working for a daycare (ages 3-7). My favorite was instructing at an art studio/summer camp! I have experience working with all ages & with neurodivergent children as well. I'm looking...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I live in Santa Cruz, California and love living an active, healthy lifestyle. I have experience with caregiving for all different ages from as young as a few months to the age of 13. I worked for a babysitting company based in Monterey, CA for 5 years. I would babysit for families visiting the area for events such as weddings...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a fun, energetic, responsible person who has worked with children and childcare for years. I love children, and have a blast spending time with them in personal and professional capacities. I have worked in summer camps for kids, as well as had a variety of babysitting jobs since middle school. In college, I took...
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Hi!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...

Matilda W. says "Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely...

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Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I started babysitting when I was 13 years old, and was a "Mothers Helper" prior to that. In my everyday life I am very active and I love to be in nature, so socially distanced walks and exploring would be an awesome activity for your children and I, if that was something you felt comfortable with. I love animals, so if you have...
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Fun With Children

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been a mother for 50 years. I now have two beautiful grandchildren twin 12-year-Olds. I love entertaining kids and show them all the attractions in Santa Cruz. I am very patient, understanding and an outgoing person. Being a mother and grandmother has brought me so much joy. I love all children and also have lots of...
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Calm And Patient

Santa Cruz, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as funny, thoughtful and calm. I enjoy talking to kids and seeing them laugh. I like working with kids because having a fun, patient and kind babysitter or nanny was something I always enjoyed as a kid. I'm looking for a job that is somewhat close to my zip code to a family I can help out when...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Caring for kids is something I genuinely love. With five years of babysitting experience, I've had the joy of working with children of all ages-from tiny babies to energetic pre-teens-and I'm comfortable caring for up to three at a time. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, with a creative streak that comes in handy during board...
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Mama To k

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
I am not available for childcare at this time.
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Taylor S.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, and with three years of experience as a nanny, I've honed my skills and gained valuable knowledge in childcare. I am drawn to this field because I find immense joy in supporting families and providing a safe, nurturing environment where children...
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A Little About Myself!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
My experience has included working in daycare settings, babysitting for the people in my community, teaching acrobatics to littles, as well as being a children's theater director, (I can sing and dance to any princess song needed)! These experiences have allowed me to develop a wide range of skills to cater to the unique needs...
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Danielle D.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a student at UCSC and am incredibly passionate about working with children! I have 3 years of paid experience working with kids as a recreational gymnastics instructor, babysitter, camp counselor, and after school care teacher. I love crafts, outdoor activities, and supporting early learning! I am comfortable with...
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Nature, Art, Movement, And Fun Times With Elizabeth

Santa Cruz, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have the utmost respect and admiration for the endeavor of bringing new life into this world. I cannot begin to fathom the rewarding difficulty of this path. I have called Santa Cruz my home for 7 years and have been doing childcare on and off for the past decade. I have been an after school nanny, worked at a yoga studio...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$26/hr
13 years experience
Nurturing children and developing a sense of trust is my top most priority . My passion for childcare stems from years of nannying and previous daycare work and a deep desire to positively impact families .
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Joy O.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Joy and I'm finishing up school at UC Santa Cruz. I plan on being an elementary school teacher after graduation, and I have five years of experience working with children! I babysat for my neighbors while in high school, and afterwards I took a gap year working in a fourth grade classroom in Philadelphia...
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Creative, Outdoorsy, Part-Time Nanny Available

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an extremely active, outgoing person with a love for interacting with children. I have extensive experience as a nanny, babysitter, lifeguard, and swim lesson instructor. I have current certifications for CPR and First Aid and am also certified to teach water safety. I believe in keeping children stimulated through creative...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.89/hr as of August 2025

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

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

You can review 46 after school babysitter profiles near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA is $22.89. 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA.

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