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19 after school child care are listed in Portage, MI
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 5 years
After school child care in Portage, MI
Destiny V.
Portage, MI
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Looking For A Caring & Loving Family To Part Time/full Time Nanny For :)
4.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've cared for children of all ages and absolutely love it. I am currently on my way to getting my degree to become a Pediatrician and enjoy working with children. I have nannied full time, babysat, helped with homework and assisted with carpooling, pickups and after school activities. I am currently looking for a fun and loving...
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Samantha A.
Portage, MI
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
I Am Looking To Provide An Extra Set Of Hands To A Family That Needs Part Time Care During The Week.
I like working with kids because their outlook on life is so refreshing! They live for the day and are a constant reminder to slow down and enjoy the moment. They are unapologetically themselves and filled with wonder! Their playfulness and positivity is therapeutic!
I started babysitting around age 10. I continued working with...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a recent graduate from Michigan State University looking for employment in the Kalamazoo area. I have several years of childcare experience with infants to young teens. I have a reliable car and can provide after school pick-up and care if needed. Please message me if you are interested in setting up a call to...
Jaclyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jaclyn has done a wonderful job with our toddler. For 7+ months she was reliable, motivated, and so dedicated to providing our daughter with first-rate care. Highly recommend."
Liz C.
Grace S.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi!
I am a sophomore at Michigan State University, studying advertisement management. I am looking for a summer job this summer. I love kids and have been babysitting since I was 14 years old, so I have worked with kids for around 5 years. I have done day-to-day nannying as well as after-school pickups and laundry. I live on a...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Allison D.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am the oldest of four children in my family. I attended Lumen Christi Catholic High School and now I attend Western Michigan University and am studying Early Elementary Education. Since such a young age, I have had a passion for children helping them learn and grow always bring a smile to my face. During this school year I...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an art teacher in Lowell! I am available to babysit after school (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), evening or weekends.
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Flower farmer and educator with teaching experience in preschool, kindergarten, summer camps (ages 5-10) and after school care (ages 5-13). I am happy to help as a tutor as well as a general child-care provider.
Molly can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Alex and I am a positive and energetic college student based out of Kalamazoo, Mi. I have four years of experience being an after school nanny as well as a summer nanny. I am a biomedical science student at Western so I am very confident in tutoring and helping children with schoolwork. I am looking to earn a...
Alexandra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Having extensive experience working with children and being a babysitter has been a rewarding journey for me. Over the years, I worked at an after-school program and babysat for family and friends, coworkers, and found jobs through connections. These experiences have taught me the art of patience, empathy, and adaptability. I am...
Ellie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Katelyn M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
My name is Katelyn, and I am currently a senior at WMU studying Music Therapy. I have around 3 years of experience working with children. I have led summer camps and worked in before/after school care with children ages 5-12. I have also had various babysitting opportunities with children ages 1 - 10. I am reliable,...
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Connie K.
Kalamazoo, MI
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Connie and I am currently a senior at WMU. I have been babysitting for 8+ years whether it be for younger cousins or multiple families in my neighborhood. I have reliable transportation and am able to help out with pickups or drop offs as well as after school activities. I am fully vaccinated and love animals...
Connie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello :-) I am a recent college graduate who has a great passion for working with infants, toddlers and children. I have six plus years of experience in formal and informal settings, including daycares, summer camps, preschools, after school programs and family homes. I am a sincere caregiver and like to give 100% of my...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hannah. I'm a senior at Western Michigan University studying Mechanical Engineering. In high school, I was a nanny for a 4-year-old boy and a 9-year-old girl. I watched them for about three years, and still keep close contact with the family. I would pick them up from school, help them with after school...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I like working with kids because I've always worked with children, I just want to be a good role model and influence in their life
I started working with kids when I was 17 when I got my first Paid position to work with children at a summer camp and after school program
In my spare time, I like to watch TV shows, play games,...
Victor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Brittany F.
Kalamazoo, MI
$14-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part Time Babysitter, Pet Sitter, House Cleaner And Odd Jobs
I've spent a lot of time working with children. I started back in 2012 when I volunteered in orphanages in South Korea when I was studying abroad. I did this for one year. Then I also have worked within the school system as a part of the Michigan Gear Up Program at Western Michigan University. I served as the site coordinator...
Brittany can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Brandi D.
Battle Creek, MI
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Bran'Di. I have experience as a teaching assistant for kindergartners and an after school childcare worker for elementary aged school children. I have paid experience in babysitting 4 kids at a time long hours ages toddler to elementary aged. I have often watched my nephews from birth to elementary aged. I love...
Brandi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"we have loved having Brandi in our home. she is very kind and sweet with our little child. we are in the process of potty training and that is something she has stuck to. we are very sad to be losing her as a sitter. however she will make some other family a happy....
Chaleste R.
4.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lexi and I am a Senior at WMU. As a little bit about me, I am majoring in Occupational therapy and minoring in ASL and psychology. I have been a competitive dancer since 1st grade. I am on the WMU Dance Team. With dance over the years, I have had the opportunity to assist and teach little kids, which has helped...
Lexis can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Chelsea M.
Kalamazoo, MI
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Social Worker Eager To Help - Reliable, Honest, And Positive!
I am 36 years old and have experience caring for all ages, genders, and a variety of special needs. my wife and I have a 3-year-old daughter and I am currently a stay at home parent. I previously worked in child welfare for almost 10 years. I believe in the importance of a structured, nurturing, and positive environment for...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Hi my name is Jen! I have worked in the elementary school system, medical office, worked in the after school care program and have done day care for some of the teachers in my school district. I was always very involved with the school, on the PTA for several years and volunteering in the classrooms. I also coached and managed...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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FAQs for after school child care in Portage, MI
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in Portage, MI?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Portage, MI through Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of May 2024. 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 Portage, MI?
Care.com currently has 2 after school child care providers in Portage, MI. 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 Portage, MI?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Portage, MI 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 Portage, MI, 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.