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Kayla H.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a passionate, dedicated childcare provider with extensive experience supporting children of all ages and abilities in various settings. I've worked in schools, homes, and clinical environments as a nanny, babysitter, mommy's helper, teacher's assistant, and behavior specialist. I bring a calm, compassionate, and playful...
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Emily C.

Babysitting

Mount Hermon, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Currently teaching 5th/6th graders outdoor science for a Christian camp, so aiming for small opportunities on the weekends! Spent a couple years caring for a family with 3 awesome kids. One of which had autism so it was a blessing to learn how to be a better caretaker and come up with lots of games! Eventually ended up working...
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Abigail G.

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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Aubrey P.

School Psychologist Offering Childcare And School Support

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Jai B.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Jai (Jay). I'm 32 and from Santa Cruz, CA. Over the past 15 years I've had the pleasure of working with multiple families to provide childcare for kids of all ages! I have a BA in Studio Art from UC Davis and used to teach art at a few elementary schools here in Santa Cruz. I bring my creative side to nannying!...
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Andrea F.

Mom And Nanny

Capitola, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a mom of 2 grown adults.. Boy, they grow fast ! I do miss very much when they were little. I love Children! Specially babies! I am also very comfortable with pets . I am very active person, good energy, fun, loving, non-smoker , very positive and driven! Love to go to parks, stroller rides, beach, bike rides,...
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Maren S.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently a student at UCSC and have been consistently babysitting for 8+ years with plenty of references. I am happy to help with transportation, outside activities, meal prep, and house chores. I really enjoy working with kids and have plenty of experience!
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Isabel P.

Enthusiastic And Fun Sitter!

Capitola, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, For as long as I can remember, I have always loved working with children. I am enthusiastic, well organized and I always strive to create a safe and inclusive environment for children. When I was in college at UC Santa Barbara, I volunteered at the local aquarium where I got to interact with many children and families, and...
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Paris B.

Child Care

Santa Cruz, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Paris, a college junior studying Global and Community Health on a pre-med track. I offer babysitting, tutoring, and pet care with a focus on reliability, safety, and fun! Babysitting & Childcare: I have experience caring for my younger brother and cousins and love creating a safe, engaging environment for kids of all...
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Jasmine L.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$26/hr
18 years experience
Light cleaning
My name is Jasmine. I taught infants, toddlers and preschoolers for 19 years. I currently teaching toddlers, preschool and pre k. I love children a lot and I want to see how children grow. I want to educate children like doing art, craft, tutoring from preschool and kindergarten.
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Kathryn N.

Fun Sitter & Nanny

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
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!
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Mielle G.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I'm Mielle! I am a preschool teacher here in Santa Cruz. I have my BA in Environmental Studies and really prioritize fostering a care and respect for nature in my students. I am CPR/First Aid Certified and have been nannying and babysitting for 9 years. I work full time, so am more available for occasional date nights or weekend...
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Debbie C.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
Bringing nurturing care to a child whose parents would like some time out together is my goal. I've raised and launched two of my own while working. Now, I'd like to help a family. Though, I will need to bring my 45 golden doodle dog, Maya, with me to your house. I am patient, calm, friendly, and approachable, and I enjoy...
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Sierra V.

Part-Time Nanny Available

Santa Cruz, CA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Sierra and I am a holistic nutrition student in Santa Cruz. I have 7 years of experience with child care, in various ages. The last few have been around 2 years old. I have experience in lots of different areas of teaching children as well, I lived and worked in San Francisco as an assistant/teachers aide in a...
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Gloria P.

Very Experienced Mother Of Two Available For Babysitting

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
As a mother, my experience with children has spanned for most of my life. Starting off in high school, I volunteered at the former River Glen elementary school as a teacher's aid. I later earned a paid teacher's aid job at Luther Burbank elementary school where I worked for over 3 years. Later, when I moved to Lake Tahoe, I got...

Julia H. says "Gloria took care of my daughters on short notice for an entire day. She managed drop-off and pick-up for my eldest from camp and kept my youngest...

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Brianna V.

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Brianna, a caring and responsible babysitter with over four years of experience working with children from infants (5 months) to teenagers (15 years old). I'm currently a college student majoring in engineering at San Jose State University, and I love helping families stay organized and supported through reliable, nurturing...

Care Member says "Our kids (7 & 9) had a great time with Brianna! She was prompt, communicative, and fun, would definitely recommend."

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Hielyna A.

Child Care

San Jose, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 7 years of experience working with kids. I used to be an English teacher in Brazil (for kids and teenagers), and also I am the co-founder of a non-governmental organization in Brazil called which is focused on taking care of kids after their school hours and teaching them languages, ballet and guitar classes and family...
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Mercedes C.

Evenings During The Week

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Mercedes. I am currently an after school licensed program teacher at an elementary school, previously I was a teacher at a before and after school licensed child care facility for the YMCA for four years. I've taken various trainings for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. I also...

Ginny L. says "Mercedes is wonderful with kids. Not only is she is kind, fun, and playful, but also when it comes to those "less fun" activities - like brushing teeth or...

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Melissa T.

Experienced Nanny

Campbell, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi there! I'm Melissa, a full-time nanny with 25+ years of experience working with kids from tiny newborns to busy teens. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, and I truly love what I do - helping kids learn, grow, and feel safe and loved every day. I've worked in a variety of settings, including daycare centers, private homes, and...

Suzanne S. says "I have had the wonderful opportunity to meet and get to know Melissa! She has been an AMAZING Nanny to my Granddaughter, from infant age, to now,...

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Morysha E.

Fun And Patient Nanny With Lots Of Love To Give

Santa Clara, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
I have 14 years of experience in the care of newborns and toddlers, I am a very reliable, patient, caring, kind, and creative person. With me you will find a person who will help you with the education and development of your children. trips to different places according to their age (parks, museums, zoos, etc.) classes that...

Care Member says "Morysha is the best nanny I can imagine. She has been our rock, our family, somebody we can trust completely, and who I enjoyed having in our home...

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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Scotts Valley, CA

After School Babysitters in Scotts Valley, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Gloria P.

Gloria took care of my daughters on short notice for an entire day. She managed drop-off and pick-up for my eldest from camp and kept my...

- Julia H.

Brianna V.

Our kids (7 & 9) had a great time with Brianna! She was prompt, communicative, and fun, would definitely recommend.

- Care member

Mercedes C.

Mercedes is wonderful with kids. Not only is she is kind, fun, and playful, but also when it comes to those "less fun" activities - like...

- Ginny L.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Scotts Valley, CA

You can review 1 after school babysitter profiles near you in Scotts Valley, 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 Scotts Valley, CA is $18.00. 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 Scotts Valley, 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 Scotts Valley, 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 Scotts Valley, CA.

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