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Allie M.

10 Years Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
31-year-old music enthusiast originally from Santa Barbara. I have been nannying for the last 10 years. My kids have ranged between 6 months to 14 years old. Normal tasks have included: driving to and from school and after school activities, help with piano practice, making lunches and dinners, bedtime and baths, light house...
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Juliana D.

Part-Time Caregiver Available!

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My name is Juliana and I absolutely love working with children. My experience includes Kids Factory ( after school program), ABA therapy with special needs children, occasional babysitting for family and non family. I am looking to assist families with the occasional date nights or any weekend needs. I currently work full time...
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Allison C.

Part-time Babysitter

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 7 + years of babysitting experience ranging from ages of 10 weeks old - 13 years old both male and female. I love engaging with kids, playing games or toys with them, finding a fun movie to watch or baking something new. I have been an athlete my whole life so anything outdoors is always fun. I'm very comfortable...
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Kothar A.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi i'm a 19 yr old college student who loves working with kids and would love to help support families in our community. With two years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, from toddlers to preteens in after school programs and babysitting settings. My patient and friendly nature allows...
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Kayla M.

Friendly And Reliable Nanny

Costa Mesa, CA

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I have over nine years experience working as a part-time nanny for multiple families with children ages 3-13. I have helped with school pickup, after-school activities, homework help/ tutoring during distance learning, light meal preparation, and arts and crafts for the prior families I nannied for. People best describe...
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Sarah C.

College Student With A Passion For Helping

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been a nanny for over 5 years now. I have worked with children ages 0-12 years old. My duties included pick up children from school and daycare and watching them in their house. I have been an after school helper as well as a full time nanny. My most recent position was with a family of 3, twin boys and a 1-year-old. I am...
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Vanessa L.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I'm a pre-K-12 school counselor-in-training and it'd be a privilege to help families while I work on my master's in education and relevant credential. Feel free to reach out if you're looking for someone available most weekdays in the late afternoons/evenings or weekends! I'd use the agreed-upon communication style and provide...
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Chelsea D.

I'm Fun, Patient, And Reliable

Westminster, CA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Chelsea, I have over a few years of experience in babysitting/childcare. I have babysat children from the ages of 1-13. I am a patient, reliable, and fun person who enjoys doing hands on activities with kids. I am comfortable with pets as I have a dog myself. I want the kids that I babysit for to have a fun time;...

Jewel M. says "Chelsea has watched my two boys for date nights for the past couple of years. She is extremely dependable, always early and my kids love her. It can be...

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Nancy S.

Loving Nanny With Years Of Experience

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Nancy, and I have been taking care of children for the past eight years. My experience involves being a babysitter, nanny, special needs caregiver, live-in nanny, and daycare instructor, working with children ages 0-14 years old. I also volunteer at my local private school' s daycare and have been there for the...
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Monika S.

Westminster, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi I am thrilled to be looking for a part time, afternoon 1 day per week position. Live in Orange County, graduated from college have a college degree, finished with my education, excellent references and speak two languages. More than a decade of experience caring for children has helped me find my passion for childcare and...

Lisa A. says "Hired Monika to care for my two children over the summer. She was great! Kids loved her and I felt confident when they were in her care!"

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Cristina C.

Stanton, CA

3.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Cristina, and I am a Mom of 4 lovely children. I have my CPR and First Aid done. I also have my fingerprints and background clearance number. I've worked as a teacher for over 20+ years now. I decided to Nanny/Share Nanny with a private family that was recommended to me prior to me working at a Montessori school....

Veronica L. says "Cristina took care of my two kids my three and four year old before I decided to put them in public school she worked for me for 3 years and in those 3...

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Keely T.

Outgoing Super Nanny To Save The Day

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I've been a nanny for a little over 16 years and I've also worked in after school kids programs. As a nanny to SCHOOL AGE children I'm used to preparing lunches, dinners, and snacks, helping with homework, & driving children to/from after school activities and appointments. I also have a lot of experience for children with...

Care Member says "Keely has been wonderful with our daughter. My husband and I work from home and needed a nanny for our 7-month old. Keely is full of positive energy and...

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Aida G.

Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Newport Beach, CA

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
I have worked with all different ages and needs, from newborns to teens. I have experience with preschool age, elementary and middle school and with before or after school care. I have worked as a nanny for complete care as well as babysitting, or after school activities. I never smoked, and hold a good driving record with...

Jen P. says "Aida took such good care of my two daughters, who were 5 months old and 4 years old at the time. She was caring, structured, creative and attentive. I give...

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Carrie F.

Experienced Babysitter, Experience With Special Needs, Avalible For After School Car

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Carrie. I am a part time preschool teacher aid for students with autism. I'm looking to expand my knowledge that I have acquired over 10 years of working in the preschool and care for kids outside of school. I have been a nanny for the past 5 years on top of working at the school. I specialize at managing...

Alicia L. says "Carrie was an amazing nanny to my two children ages 3 & 1. She did arts & crafts, took them to the beach, and just had fun with them. Carrie's experience...

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Nara Iris C.

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Nara, and I've been working with children for almost 10 years. My background as a preschool teacher and caregiver has allowed me to support kids' growth in a fun, patient, and creative way. I'm currently looking for a full-time position, but I'm also open to occasional, evening, and after-school care.

Care Member says "Nara was a great caregiver. We had an amazing experience with her here. The kids absolutely loved her, she kept them invested in playing, she cooked,...

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Ally C.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights!

Huntington Beach, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Ally. I have been a nanny/baby sitter for over 8 years. I am CPR/First Aid certified, provide before/after school care, and have experience with newborns - teenagers. (3 months-13 years old)
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Isabella F.

Newport Beach, CA

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$20/hr
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Isabella! I was born and raised in Newport Beach, so I know the area very well. I'm currently looking to support a family in need of a reliable and caring babysitter-whether that's a few days a week, full time during the week, or occasionally on weekends. I have several years of babysitting experience and truly enjoy...
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Cheryl C.

Part Time After School Babysitter/Tutor.

Huntington Beach, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I have been in the child development world for over 15 years. I specialize in ABA/DTT for mild to moderate autistic children. I have raised two beautiful children of my own.
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Lupita A.

Huntington Beach, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, families! My name is Lupita and am excited to share my expertise with you. With over 15 years of home management, nannying, and pet care experience, I'm ready to work with a new family! I love what I do so much that I created a business out of it (thingspossible. Co). My mission is simple: cater to the busy lifestyle...
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Monica M.

Westminster, CA

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I have four years of experience working with children and teenagers on the autism spectrum. I am eager to continue providing support to families in need through various after-school services and activities. I'm very patient responsible and reliable babysitter. I'm open to light house work!!
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  • 60 after school child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.14/hr as of December 2025

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA

After School Child Care in Costa Mesa, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Chelsea D.

Chelsea has watched my two boys for date nights for the past couple of years. She is extremely dependable, always early and my kids love...

- Jewel M.

Monika S.

Hired Monika to care for my two children over the summer. She was great! Kids loved her and I felt confident when they were in her care!

- Lisa A.

Cristina C.

Cristina took care of my two kids my three and four year old before I decided to put them in public school she worked for me for 3 years...

- Veronica L.

FAQs for after school child care in Costa Mesa, CA

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Costa Mesa, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $21.14 per hour as of December 2025. This rate may vary depending on the provider's experience, the duties you need your after-school caregiver to perform and how many kids you need them to take care of.

Care.com currently has 7 after school child care providers in Costa Mesa, CA. You can search for these caregivers by their distance from where you live and compare your options by hourly pay rate, years of experience and the specific services they can provide for after school care. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have previously worked with these providers.

As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Costa Mesa, CA to help your kids with a variety of needs. After-school providers can pick your children up from school, take them to extracurricular activities around Costa Mesa, CA, help them with homework, and watch them in your house for a couple of hours before you get home from work. Just make sure your needs match up with the skills of the after-school providers you reach out to.

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