Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Log in

Find Trusted After School Child Care Near Me in Palo Alto, CA

We have 60 after school child care in Palo Alto, CA! Compare and hire the best after school child care to fit your needs.

​
Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Here are some options in Palo Alto:

IllustrationSmallChildCare image
Graciela O.'s Photo

Graciela O.

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Graciela but everyone calls me Grace. Since 2005, I started volunteering. At my son's school in his classroom, I helped with activities, and reading to the kids. I was also the typical soccer mom, did carpool for the kids in the team. I was the assistant coach for 7 years. Once my son graduated from that...

Care Member says "Grace took care of my baby for six months with so much love. She’s a bay area native AND one of the rare perfect bilingual (English/Spanish) nannies. No...

See profile
Helen C.'s Photo

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...

See profile
Carmen A.'s Photo

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...
See profile
Lilyana A.'s Photo

Lilyana A.

Palo Alto, CA

from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 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...
See profile
Samantha G.'s Photo

Samantha G.

Palo Alto, CA

from
$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 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...
See profile
Cauanny Z.'s Photo

Cauanny Z.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Palo Alto, CA

from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
I worked as an After-school kindergarten teacher, and worked there for over a year growing my experience with children as little as in Pre-K to 6th grade, and also with different behaviors. Before COVID hit, I was the lead kindergarten teacher, ran my own classroom as well as creating the curriculum. Keeping a child engaged...
See profile
Lanying S.'s Photo

Lanying S.

Experienced Mandarin Teacher And Approachable Caring Mother And Mother's Helper

Palo Alto, CA

from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello there I am a mother who is accompany with my teenager daughter in Palo Alto right now. Before that I worked the head of the teaching assistant as well as a mandarin teacher in an international school in China for 20 years. I am now working as a part time TA in Ohlone Mandarin programme for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday....
See profile
Novita H.'s Photo

Novita H.

Palo Alto, CA

from
$33/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Available for FT starting late summer/fall 2025 (September 2025). PT 3 days is fine as long as it is a 8 hrs+ for each day. I have been a nanny for 20 years. Work either FT or PT with 2 families. Fully experience with children ranging from newborn until teens years. I can drive children to/from preschool/activities as they get...
See profile
Rauf O.'s Photo

Rauf O.

Palo Alto, CA

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am caring, dependable, and energetic caregiver with a natural talent for connecting with children of all ages. With years of hands-on experience, I do not just watch over kids, I actively engages them through play, learning, and creativity. Whether it's organizing fun educational games, helping with homework, or encouraging...
See profile
Hui Z.'s Photo

Hui Z.

Mandarin Teacher Or Tutor/Nanny

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 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....

See profile
Patricia A.'s Photo

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
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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....

See profile
Juana C.'s Photo

Juana C.

Experienced And Loving Nanny

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
My name is Juana. I have over 20 years of experience as a nanny. I've cared for children from newborn up through 8 years old. I enjoy taking the kids out for walks, playing with them, going to parks and arts and crafts. I also help take kids to after school activities, play dates and appointments. I'm very reliable and have...

Care Member says "Juana was the first nanny we hired with our young baby so we were nervous to have anyone new care for him. But she has been fantastic every step of the...

See profile
Jona B.'s Photo

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...

See profile
Geraldine C.'s Photo

Geraldine C.

After School Care

Newark, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 6 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."

See profile
Julie W.'s Photo

Julie W.

Redwood City /Babysitter Available

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello families! Do you need help with after school care, evenings, weekends, date nights? Walk the dog, feed the cat, pick up from soccer practice? I'm available part time. I can help with "Bedtime Routine" baths, showers, stories, maybe even a puppet show. After your loved ones are ready for bed. I'm able to help with that...

Amy L. says "Julie watched our baby and 3-year-old several times, and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about her! She is warm and calm and trustworthy. A true...

See profile
Jenipher A.'s Photo

Jenipher A.

Hello Everyone I'm Looking To Nanny For A Lovely Family!

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
Hello, For the past 10 years, I have worked as a infant/toddler teacher, nanny, elementary after school instructor, pet care, and house assistant. I am a strong believer for children's milestone achievements and can help in every step of the way! I enjoy doing lots of different activities with my kiddos for example, arts and...

Elizabeth W. says "Jenipher is amazing! She's watched my three year old a few times now, and I've been so impressed with how calm and confident she is. She's clearly very...

See profile
Kelsey S.'s Photo

Kelsey S.

Part Time Care Taker

Mountain View, CA

4.5(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am currently a teacher looking for part time work after 4 p.m. on weekdays and with flexibility on Saturdays and Sundays. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 and am most experienced with ages 10 months to 12 years of age. Along with teaching for 5 years and 10+ years of babysitting, I have experience in working at...

Vanessa S. says "I was in a pickle and needed care for my 3 kiddos for a specific date. Kelsey came to the rescue and spent the day doing activities with the kids that...

See profile
Joan M.'s Photo

Joan M.

Joan

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I did child care from my home from 1985 until 1994, from the time I was having my children, until they went to school. I watched between two to three full time children, one to two part time ( before /after school). They were between the age of 3 months to 10 years old. I am a very loving, caring, patient, and honest person....

Ayisha B. says "Joan is great has been working with her now a few weeks and she's done a great! She always on time and reliable. She puts the kids to bed on time and I...

See profile
Stephany Q.'s Photo

Stephany Q.

Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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."

See profile
Evangeline M.'s Photo

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...
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 after school child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.44/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated after school child care is 5.0

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

After School Child Care in Palo Alto, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Graciela O.

Grace took care of my baby for six months with so much love. She’s a bay area native AND one of the rare perfect bilingual (English/Spanish)...

- Care member

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.

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

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Palo Alto, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $28.44 per hour as of June 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 9 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.

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.

After School Child Care Articles

22 campfire stories to spook and delight kids of all ages

22 campfire stories to spook and delight kids of all ages

May 21, 2025 - What kid doesn’t love staying up late, making s’mores and telling funny or sometimes scary campfire stories?If you’ve been char...

Juneteenth for kids: How to explain and celebrate this important holiday

Juneteenth for kids: How to explain and celebrate this important holiday

June 9, 2025 -

‘Pick-a-card adventures’ are the latest kids activity trend on TikTok

‘Pick-a-card adventures’ are the latest kids activity trend on TikTok

June 16, 2025 - Between busy school days and extracurricular activities, it’s not always easy for parents and caregivers to find quality time to spend with kids. That&...

Additional After School Child Care Services