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60 after school child care are listed in Costa Mesa, CA

The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby after school child care is 6 years

After school child care in Costa Mesa, CA

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Melissa S.


Santa Ana, CA

$22-38/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Melissa! I am currently a college student, focusing on child development. I speak English and Spanish, I do a little sign language too. I used to volunteer in a after school program in an elementary school for 3 years. In high school I would care for my younger siblings while my parents were at work. I believe...
4.0
"Melissa came in to help us when we were in a pinch. We decided to keep her because she got along well with my daughter and she was a nice person. She watched our daughter well and i know our daughter had fun with her. We would have appreciated a little more...

Moni S.

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Mana S.


Irvine, CA

$20-26/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter or Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I love kids. I have a certificate in Child Development and CPR. I have over 7 years of experience in the Irvine Unified School District as an instructor assistant. In addition to helping students with their homework (k-5) after school, I have also been a babysitter for all ages for many years. I have also five (5) years of...
Mana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Mana comes on time. She follows directions and teaches my child reading, writing, math, sight-words etc., She understands the kids and work accordingly. Mana is reliable and trustworthy and we will hire her back again in the future if need arise."

Ismail S.

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Morghan A.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, And Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am recent college graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing and I am a Registered Nurse in the state of California. I have been involved in different forms of childcare for around 8 years now. I have been a childcare provider at a church nursery, I have been a coach for an after school sports program, I have been a...
Morghan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She is the best baby sitter I've had my whole life."

Amanda M.

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Keely T.


Tustin, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing Super Nanny To Save The Day

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been a nanny for a little over 14 years and I'm a graduate from a Sign Language program. I've worked in after school kids programs for 2-1/2 years and even taught martial arts to kids! As a nanny I've taken kids on hikes, gone to beaches and parks, as well as theme parks. I'm used to preparing lunches, dinners, and...
Keely can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Keely was exactly what we were looking for in a Nanny for our son. She is bright, caring and would have been a perfect fit with our family. Our outgoing Nanny had a change of plans, so we ended up staying with her. If that was not the case, we certainly would have...

Katherine M.

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Kaitlin W.


Fountain Valley, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I am 28 years old and a grad of CSUF looking for some part time work. I have previous experience working with children. I have volunteered as a tutor at a Middle School's after school PACE program. I was an assistant coach for a Basketball program (ages 5-8). I helped a group of young girls learn the game and work as a...
Kaitlin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Kaitlin to help with our four-year-old when we were visiting the area. She was great, dependable and easy to communicate with. We look forward to hiring her again on our next visit to SoCal."

Ryan M.

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Ashmita P.


Fountain Valley, CA

$32/hr8 yrs exp

Nifty Nibhu

Hello And Namaste, I am Ashmita. I'm a 25 years old Senior Airman who is also a Pre School Teacher. I am a very soft-spoken but a very outgoing person. My favourite form of learning is through Art & Music . Professionally ; I have 8 years of experience in working with kids who are of two to 12 years of age here in USA. I...
5.0
"Ashmita sounds very friendly, professional, punctual and disciplined. She knows what she is doing and Its very hard to find somebody of this caliber. She was very friendly to speak to and communicated with me in an extraordinary way. Her dedication towards kids and...

rothin M.

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Nara Iris C.


Huntington Beach, CA

$24-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nara ( A Nanny )

Hello , I have been working with kids for almost 8 years now due to my pre school teaching experience and also as a caregiver. I am available for occasional, evenings and after school school care I am very fun, proactive and I love to work on the little ones skills , feelings and also teach them new things regardless of their...
Nara Iris can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nara is the sweetest, kindest and most genuinely caring person and I would recommend her to anyone! She has helped me so much this past year and a half with so many things - caring for my kids, my nephew and nieces, our pets, our house, and has even helped me at...

Care member

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Sarah C.


Garden Grove, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I first started watching children part-time when I was 13; I regularly took care of children from 4 different families with the children ranging in ages from 6 months to 12 years. This led to a steady after school position in high school and eventually to a full-time nanny position taking care of four children for a year after...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Interview went well. Was really great with our daughter. We ended up having an offer accepted by another caregiver shortly after her interview, so we we're unable to hire her...but would have!"

John G.

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Stephanie C.


Santa Ana, CA

$26/hr1 yrs exp

Happy Sitter!

Hello, my name is Stephanie. I am 23 years old and I have worked with this throughout my career in a after school program and currently as a behavioral therapist for kids. I recently went back to college and want to transition to being a nanny part time.
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Chloe C.


Huntington Beach, CA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Making Fun Memories!!

Hi my name is Chloe! I absolutely love working with kids and am an after school teacher and I also work in before and after school child care. I am willing to clean around the house and help with any homework or chores that need to be done.
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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Heather H.


Fountain Valley, CA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun & Responsible Caregiver!

I'd describe my personality as kind, enthusiastic, and responsible! I like working with kids because it gives me a sense of purpose and fulfillment! In my spare time, I like to bake, watch movies & enjoy nature! One thing you should know about me is I have 8 years of experience ranging from after school care, full/part time...
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Madeline G.


Huntington Beach, CA

$22-26/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Maddy. I have worked as a part time nanny, as well as working part time at an after school program. More recently I worked at a teen treatment center. I just moved from Venice CA to Huntington Beach at the beginning of august, and I am looking for part time work currently. I have a very creative mind. I am a caring...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Andrea F.


Irvine, CA

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

I am a senior at UC Irvine majoring in studio art. I love to bring my creative knowledge and artistic activities when I work with kids. I have a lot experience in childcare such as working as a Teacher's Assistant at a children's art studio, volunteer work at my local daycare, and many years of babysitting. I can drive the kids...
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Kaliyah G.


Irvine, CA

$15-24/hr2 yrs exp

As a third year college student attending UC Irvine, I have over two years of experience working with young children in an after school program. I am great with all age groups and love working with kids. I love to cook, help with homework, and find fun and engaging activities to do with children. I am very reliable, outgoing,...
Kaliyah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Holly B.


Irvine, CA

$15-25/hr

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am an experienced fun-loving caregiver, who is available for after-school care and on weekends. I enjoy playing outside and doing fun educational activities. I can also help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have three years of experience as a CNA at a skilled nursing facility. Feel free to reach out to me if you...
Holly can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Leila N.


Orange, CA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate, Entertaining Sitter!

Hi everyone! My name is Leila and I am a sophomore at Chapman University. I love kids and would love to eventually work with children after I graduate. I would not mind helping out with homework or with any chores around the house. I have a car so am able to take or pick up from after school activities. My main priorities are...
Leila can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have multiple years of working with special needs kids. I was a live in nanny for 9 kids. I'm currently working with 2 kids after school.
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sophia M.


Santa Ana, CA

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator.

I have 7 years of babysitting experience with kids from infancy to 12 years old. I can help with light housekeeping, I have my own transportation, I am CPR certified, and I do not smoke. I previously worked for the YMCA doing after school care and summer camps across different schools in Arvada, Colorado for 2 years.
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tania M.


Santa Ana, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I have an associate teacher permit and have multiple years of experience working with children from preschool age up to school age. I've worked as a special education assistant for the school district and as a teacher for an after school program. Additionally, I have 2 years experience working in preschools. I am currently...
Tania can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CNA

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Elisa R.


Tustin, CA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Temporary Work

I have been a nanny for the past 8 years, with experience working with children ages 0-13. Currently working toward my Bachelors in Communications Disorders with hopes to work in pediatric speech therapy someday. My experience includes planning educational and play-time activities, making kid friendly meals (with experience...
Elisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Costa Mesa, CA

Melissa S.

4.0

Melissa came in to help us when we were in a pinch. We decided to keep her because she got along well with my daughter and she was a nice person. She watched our daughter well and i know our daughter had fun with her. We would have appreciated a little more structure, however it was nice to know...

- Moni S.

Mana S.

5.0

Mana has been helping me with the girls for a few months now. She is punctuate and dependable. My husband and I have a very difficult schedule, but she is very flexible and she is able to accommodate. She is very caring and my kids like her. I'm so lucky to find Mana to help me with the kids.

- Megan N.

Morghan A.

5.0

She is the best baby sitter I've had my whole life.

- Amanda M.

Keely T.

5.0

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 keeps our daughter engaged: takes her on walks, teaches sign language, guides her with fun little playful activities, reads stories, takes care of...

- Care member

Kaitlin W.

5.0

We hired Kaitlin to help with our four-year-old when we were visiting the area. She was great, dependable and easy to communicate with. We look forward to hiring her again on our next visit to SoCal.

- Ryan M.

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