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Helen C.

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

Hey! I have many years of experience working with children and being an extra support to families. I have experience in doing morning drop off, practice drop off, and morning/bedtime routine. I am comfortable working with all ages! I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and funny I like working with kids because...

Alexander C. says "Helen watched our 10 year old son for us for a date night and we will definitely use her again. She was prompt to reply when we had questions or...

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Sophia S.

Patient & Fun Babysitter - After School Program Experience

Palo Alto, CA

from: $23/hr

1 year experience

Grocery shopping

Hi! I'm Sophia. I absolutely love working with kids and have a very patient, kind, and genuine personality. I currently work at an after school program where I care for around 50 children every day, helping them with activities, homework, and playtime. I have also in the past worked with families and babysat for them as well!...

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Carmen A.

After-School Help From A Friendly And Responsible Sitter

Palo Alto, CA

from: $35/hr

4 years experience

Carpooling

light cleaning

travel

Hi! I'm an experienced and dependable caregiver with over 4 years of babysitting and childcare experience in both private homes and educational settings. During college, I worked as an after-school teacher supporting first and second graders, and I love creating safe, fun, and nurturing environments where children can...

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Allison R.

Pediatric ICU Physician Assistant Looking For Part Time Care Jobs!

Palo Alto, CA

from: $50/hr

11 years experience

Light cleaning

meal prep

Hello! My name is Allison and I am a pediatric ICU physician assistant at Stanford who loves to babysit on the side to help out families and to help out my student loans ;) I have been nannying since I was 16 years, and have particular love of taking care of newborn and infants - though I have experience with all ages! With...

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Blanca V.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $25/hr

4 years experience

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

meal prep

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm currently working with a family helping them with household chores and picking up and taking their children to their after school activities.

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Gelin C.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $40/hr

10 years experience

I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages starting with newborn. My favorite activities to do with them is reading , painting, drawing and going to the park. My additional responsibilities have been running errands and taking them to school and after school activities.

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Lilyana A.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $19/hr

2 years experience

Carpooling

craft assistance

grocery shopping

light cleaning

meal prep

+ 1 more

My name is Lilyana. I am a 23-year-old mother of a young infant. As a mother especially I am devoted to keeping children safe, making them feel loved, and caring for them well. I am a Christian woman and I know the importance of loving care for babies and toddlers. I also worked previously at an after school program taking care...

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Sandra R.

Palo Alto, CA

1.0(0)

from: $33/hr

15 years experience

Carpooling

craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

travel

Hello, my name is Sandra. I bring over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, CPR/First Aid certified, and have also worked in daycares, after-school programs, and camps. Families describe me as dependable, caring, and patient. I focus on...

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Samantha G.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $20/hr

1 year experience

Carpooling

craft assistance

grocery shopping

light cleaning

meal prep

+ 1 more

I love working with kids and am looking for a nanny position. I have had 8+ years of experience working with kids from babysitting, short-term nannying, working as a camp counselor, working at an after school program, coaching volleyball, working as a classroom aide, and student teaching in a 6th grade classroom and TK...

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Temaleti M.

Friendly, Loving, Caring And Patient Sitter

Palo Alto, CA

from: $30/hr

I am a mother of 4 beautiful children. Two boys and two girls. I grew up loving babysitting kids, at church, families, and my own nieces and nephews until God blessed me with my own kids. My kids are grown and now moved away for college, I have free time to lend a helping hand to the family and kids that may need help. I have no...

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Samara T.

Palo Alto, CA

from: $17/hr

5 years experience

Hi! My name is Samara. I'm an experienced caregiver who genuinely loves working with children of all ages. I'm currently completing 12 ECE units and have hands-on experience in multiple childcare settings - from being a daycare/preschool teacher to supporting students in K-5 after-school programs. I'm patient, reliable, and...

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Elizabeth B.

Fun, Creative, Energetic, Experienced Caregiver Of Many Years.

Newark, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

meal prep

Caring, patient, and flexible, I bring high energy and creativity to my work while still providing the structure and boundaries children need to feel secure. I am First Aid/CPR certified and have many years of experience with young children as a professional preschool teacher. I've cared for children from 3 months to 14 years...

Care Member says "We met Liz at Action Day Primary Plus when my first child was 12 weeks old. She babysat/nannied for us from then until we moved out of the area after...

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Hui Z.

Mandarin Teacher Or Tutor/Nanny

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 16 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

I am a preschool teacher with 7 years' experience and hold Child Development Site Supervisor Permit. I have worked with children from newborns to school-age. Children are my biggest passion. I have at least 17 years' experience working with them. I believe children learn from playing, which provides opportunities for children to...

Xin Y. says "We hired Linda to take care of our 2 years old daughter. She was punctual and reliable. She is very experienced in child caring and playing with little one....

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Stephany Q.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)

from: $33/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

Hello everybody! My name is Stephany I'm 33years old and I am currently seeking a part time job in the afternoon. I worked for an after school enrichment program For over 7 years and love what I do . I'm currently seeking to be a helping hand mainly in the afternoons with some morning flexibility for a couple of hours. Whether...

Bahar E. says "Stephanie was quite nice, understanding, easy to communicate with. She was professional and caring."

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Patricia A.

Part-Time Nanny Available

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

I grew up around the child care business my entire life, with my mother owning her own day care business at home, I have experienced the journey that child care is. My mother opened her business when I was 5 years old, once I got older I began to help her as a volunteer. Once I turned 16 I began to work for the day care...

Krista G. says "Patricia is a delightful person and we've loved having her work with us for over a year. My teenagers mostly needed to be driven to their activities....

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Evangeline M.

Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(0)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

swimming supervision

I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...

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Bimpy P.

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

grocery shopping

light cleaning

NANNY | 10+ Years of Experience Dedicated and caring nanny with over 10 years of experience working with children ages 3 months to 6 years. Strong ability to create a safe, loving, and supportive environment. Looking for a long-term position with a kind and loving family. Skills • Dependable and responsible • Good at caring...

Vaneet W. says "Bimala took care of 2 kids full time for 15 months and she is awesome. She really took care of my 1 year old daughter and 4 year old son. She is really...

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Jona B.

Sunnyvale, CA

4.9(1)

from: $40/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 11 families in your area

Hello families! My name is Jona, I am a mother of three children, 24-year-old girl, 22 and 14-year-old boys. I have more than 15 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers and teens. I can provide exceptional service and make sure your little one can get all the attention, keeping them safe, nourished and well...

Elena M. says "Jona is amazing! I'm so glad we found her. She is loving, caring and punctual . Our 8yo son stayed with Jona for a week while we were working, and now he...

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Alejandra M.

Menlo Park, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

Hello lovely families! My name is Alejandra, I have been working with children since 2003 and appreciate it extremely much. I am a prior preschool teacher with an Early Childhood Education degree. I'm a very lovely individual and caring. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, and outdoor activities. I'm very passionate...

Care Member says "Alejandra has been a great asset to our family. She is in tune with my son’s needs and my needs as a mom too. She engages with my son well, gets on his...

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Geraldine C.

After School Care

Newark, CA

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

14 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Grocery shopping

meal prep

Thanks to my mother's day care center, I have experienced over four years of taking care of children from 4 months to 12 years old. I know how to treat them well with care. I love children and they seem to love me back. I know how to entertain them. When taking care of children, I take full responsibility. I also have patience...

Roosevelt And Lashaye S. says "I have had nothing but a great experience with her. I am really cautious about who I leave my children with and they totally loved her."

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60 after school child care are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $29.73/hr as of February 2026
The average star rating for rated after school child care is 3.0

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA

After School Child Care in Palo Alto, CA are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Helen C.

Helen watched our 10 year old son for us for a date night and we will definitely use her again. She was prompt to reply when we had...

- Alexander C.

Elizabeth B.

We met Liz at Action Day Primary Plus when my first child was 12 weeks old. She babysat/nannied for us from then until we moved out of the...

- Care member

Hui Z.

We hired Linda to take care of our 2 years old daughter. She was punctual and reliable. She is very experienced in child caring and playing...

- Xin Y.

FAQs for after school child care in Palo Alto, CA

In 2026, how much is after-school care near me in Palo Alto, CA?

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Palo Alto, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $29.73 per hour as of February 2026. 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.

How can I find after-school child care near me in Palo Alto, CA?

Care.com currently has 11 after school child care providers in Palo Alto, 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.

What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?

As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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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Find Trusted After School Child Care Near Me in Palo Alto, CA

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Here are some options in Palo Alto:

Helen C.

Sophia S.

Patient & Fun Babysitter - After School Program Experience

Carmen A.

After-School Help From A Friendly And Responsible Sitter

Allison R.

Pediatric ICU Physician Assistant Looking For Part Time Care Jobs!

Blanca V.

Gelin C.

Lilyana A.

Sandra R.

Samantha G.

Temaleti M.

Friendly, Loving, Caring And Patient Sitter

Samara T.

Elizabeth B.

Fun, Creative, Energetic, Experienced Caregiver Of Many Years.

Hui Z.

Mandarin Teacher Or Tutor/Nanny

Stephany Q.

Patricia A.

Part-Time Nanny Available

Evangeline M.

Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

Bimpy P.

Jona B.

Alejandra M.

Geraldine C.

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Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA

Helen C.

Elizabeth B.

Hui Z.

FAQs for after school child care in Palo Alto, CA

In 2026, how much is after-school care near me in Palo Alto, CA?

How can I find after-school child care near me in Palo Alto, CA?

What types of after-school providers can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?

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