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75 after school babysitters are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school babysitters is 6 years
After school babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA
Hello families. My name is Elora. I am looking for families who need occasional help (date nights/occasional help in the mornings)!
I have 3 years of experience with children from 6 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with caring for multiple children. I also have experience with tutoring. I have 5 years of...
Elora can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Gabrielle G.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a positive and dynamic college student looking to pick up a few hours of childcare. I have experience nannying for a 6-year-old and I have a passion for being a great role model and caretaker for kids. I can help with light housekeeping, cooking/meal preparation, and I can even help with school work (more so English or...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Izabela S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Postpartum Doula With Over Ten Years Of Childcare Experience - Part Time
Certified professional Postpartum Doula with over 10 years of childcare experience including school and private care. Promotes a nurturing environment for children and emotional as well as educational support for the families.
Responsible and caring, skilled in providing supervision and guidance to children from newborn to 12...
Izabela can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Rachel and I recently just graduated from University of California, Santa Cruz with a Psychology and Sociology Bachelors Degree. I have been working as a Registered Behavior Technician with children ages 2 and up, and adults ages 18 and up for a little bit over a year now. I'm a pretty quirky and...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Mara B.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I've been a nanny for 10 years now I can care for children in different age groups from infants to school age.
I always make sure that the child/children feel comfortable safe while having fun!
I love to explore the outdoors, play and get messy with them, help them reach their milestones with fun activities :)
I want to...
Mara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I currently work at an elementary school as an after school program coordinator and am unemployed over the summer. I am also a certified trauma informed childrens yoga instructor with lots of experience in social emotional learning.
Besides being a mother for the last 8 years, I
have babysat since the age of 14, worked...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Monique D.
Santa Cruz, CA
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have always adored children being a big kid myself and started babysitting when I was 12. That led to being a child swim instructor and lifeguard in high school and college. I also was a sailing camp counselor... grew up sailing, I worked in a pediatrician's office in high school and as a youth counselor in college. When I...
Monique can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
I have 3 years of child care experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I look forward to helping
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello! I'm Grace, a skilled and caring sitter eager to support your family! Studying sociology, and dance at UCSC I offer assistance with childcare and light housekeeping, creating a nurturing environment, prioritize safety, holding CPR and first aid certified. Feel free to reach out anytime on how I can best support you and...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I have 1 year of experience, good at laundry and light housework. I've babysat for two families in high school, for a 2yo, 6yo, and 7yo. I love kids who like to talk!
Kathryn can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a recent graduate of Cal Poly home for the summer in Santa Cruz. I worked in both a foster home and an elementary school and this provided me with a keen understanding of kids' social and emotional needs. I think listening provides the foundations of a healthy relationship as well as consistency. I believe in spending time...
Keelan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents!
My name is Chloe and I'm a full-time student studying cosmetology. Currently here to help families for any occasional jobs/one-time sittings!
I have over 8 years of experience from infants to toddlers to early teens. Including care for children with developmental disabilities.
My passions besides working with...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Brianna C.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brianna, I come from a big family of many kids. I would always be the one to babysit for anyone in the family which was always fun. I don't babysit them anymore due to them moving away but I do still babysit my friend's 2-year-old from time to time. Babysitting has taught me so much such as being patient, learning how...
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"Brianna arrived early, prepared, and was attentive and great with my son. Would book again!"
Care member
Kamari V.
Santa Cruz, CA
$16-28/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there, I am thrilled to introduce myself as a potential nanny or babysitter for your family. I have 2 years of experience in babysitting and have loved every moment of it. I pride myself on being responsible, reliable, and nurturing. I understand the importance of creating a safe and caring environment for children and take...
Kamari can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
I'd describe my personality as being outgoing and loving \r\n\r\nI like working with kids because it is rewarding work that comes easily to me. I understand the importance of a reliable and caring person to provide the right care for each child. \r\n\r\nI'm looking for a job that is happy with me bringing along my 5-month-old...
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FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Santa Cruz, CA
What types of after school babysitter services are available near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
You can review 75 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.
How much does it cost to hire an after school babysitter near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Santa Cruz, CA is $21.81. 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA on babysitting websites like Care.com.
Can I hire an after school sitter near me in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA can really come in handy.
How can I safely find after school babysitters near me in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
After School Babysitters in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews of the 75 listed after school babysitters.