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41 after school child care are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby after school child care is 4 years
After school child care in Santa Cruz, CA
Madison S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I Am A Recent UC Berkeley Grad Looking For Child Care Opportunities.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently looking for families to babysit and/or private tutor for in Santa Cruz.
I have experience as a profession tutor and elementary after school teacher at Lazear Charter Academy. I've worked with kids for over 8 years now. I worked for the Alameda parks and recreation department for four summers, leading games...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Madison is awesome! My daughter is 10 and absolutely loves her adventures with Madison. And, I love how punctual, dependable and responsible she is to work with. Madison will help with homework and pick up and drop off for scheduled activities. She also plans great...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 21-year-old student attending The University of California, Santa Cruz. I am originally from Los Angeles where I have worked in childcare for over eight years. My mother is a preschool teacher, which means I have grown up surrounded by younger children and always had the opportunity to be a helping hand. Every summer...
Channing can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Channing helped with kids after school, driving them to activities, and playing. She was responsible, engaged, timely and lovely. "
Amy B.
Eliza R.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had a variety of experiences providing child care. My experience ranges from one-on-one care to managing siblings and large groups of 10+ kids. For some families, I regularly provide weekend, evening, and overnight care. However, my main experience is as a nanny. For the past year, I have cared for one 8-year-old three...
Eliza can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We've enjoyed having Eliza as our babysitter. Eliza has cared for our children ages 3, 5, and 7. She's dependable, makes connections with our children, and keeps them busy. Our kids rave every time she comes over :)"
Cathleen O.
Natalie H.
Santa Cruz, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there!
My name is Natalie. I am a thoughtful, creative and empathic therapist in training who would love to help care for your family. I live in Santa Cruz and am a masters student at Santa Clara University. I am available for childcare, dog care, and senior accompaniment.
I have a lot of experience with and love for...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Natalie has been an amazing part-time caregiver to our two littles (now 2 and 4) for several years. She is always focused and present with them, playful as a friend, and watchful as a guardian. We trust her completely and so should you!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*** Please note: my rate is $50/hour. Thank you! ***
My name is Henry, and I have been working with kids my entire life. As the eldest of three boys, I cared for my brothers from a young age. I have spent 12 years as a counselor leading campers aged 8-17, and I have worked with kids as young as 4 in an after-school program. I...
Henry can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Henry was such a great find! He helped us tackle a bunch of yard projects and helped completely reorganize our garage. He washed our windows and helped me take a bunch of stuff to the dump.
He's super friendly, and I find him to be a wonderful value too!
Thanks...
Zachary S.
Hello! I'm Oli.
I am a recent graduate from UCSC. I started working with kids 10 years ago as a camp counselor, and have been working with them ever since! I currently work at Campus Kids Connection as an after school teacher with kids between the ages of 3-10.
In my spare time, I like to play board games, watch movies, and...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Sydney. I am a student at UCSC as an earth science major and I have been nannying for about 5 years. I love making connections with kids and getting to know their unique personalities. I enjoy spending the time I have with them getting outside, finding new adventures, and growing their young creative minds. I...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! I am a fun-loving, yet responsible college student who has 5 years of experience either volunteering or working as a camp counselor and after-school program counselor for kids aged 4-12. Suffice it to say, I am used to taking care of large groups of children all at once, so I am fully equipped to teach and play games...
Jackson can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Lilandra M.
Santa Cruz, CA
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Lilandra and I have had multiple jobs with children. I worked for the YMCA in the childcare department as well as their after school programs at elementary schools and summer camp for 3 years. Another summer camp program I worked for was FMG (Find my Genius) and that was for 2 years. Additionally, I have worked...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Anna S.
Santa Cruz, CA
$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Energetic And Caring Babysitter Ready To Meet Your Family's Needs
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Fun, nurturing, and patient child care provider living in the upper west side of Santa Cruz. I take pride in being on time/communicative and bringing warm energy into the homes I work in. Although my experiences since 2019 have me caring for children ages 2-8, I am open to broaden my experiences with childcare and help with any...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! I am 22 years old and a recent graduate from UCSC where I studied Cognitive Science. I have been living in Santa Cruz for about 4 years, and I have since gotten to know a lot of different parts of the community. I have a lot of experience with kids as I had many little cousins and some other children in my hometown...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 2 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Isabella P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have experience with young children. I have taught after school programs for a few years for children ages 4-8. As well as experience babysitting children 3-12. I am very handy in the kitchen as I have worked multiple years in service and can assist with housework and errands.
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Isla D.
Scotts Valley, CA
$25-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible, Caring And Fully Vaccinated - Looking For Part-time Work!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Isla and I'm excited to get to know you and your family! I'm currently working as a Special Education Para-educator and I'm looking for a consistent, long term after school position. I graduated in the Spring of 2020 from UNH with a degree in Child Development, as well as a minor in Education. I began working...
Isla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"My girls LOVE Isla. She makes them laugh, comes up with creative activities, and is extremely friendly and caring. We LOVE Isla because she is dependable, mature, has good morals and holds our girls accountable. I know that when she is with my girls, they are...
Lori A.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I can't wait to be your next nanny! I have over 5 years of experience caring for children, not counting the date-night babysitting jobs I had when I was 13-16. My longest experience nannying lasted 15 months and the boy I nannied is now like my little brother. I love watching people learn and grow, especially infants...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
4.0
"Savannah was our nanny for 9 months and didn't have experience with infants and toddlers before.she learned a lot working with my 1 year old and then new born. She learns quickly and is super helpful with not only the kids but household chores. She is eager to...
Amber M.
Experience working with youth/children:
1. I currently work part time as a zip line tour guide and Gym attendant where I regularly spend time with groups of children as a supervisor, guide and activity monitor.
2. Currently my wife and I are co-directors for our churches Middle School & High School youth program, where I lead...
Gabriel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Atlas M.
Felton, CA
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I like working with children because they are interesting. They have such diverse opinions and do not think about things in a conventional way. I love exploring their interests with them and encouraging them.
I have worked with kids on and off for years mostly as a tutor but I have also babysat and done after school care.
I...
Atlas can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
It is very fulfilling for me to provide a happy, responsible, nurturing, learning, and safe environment to children. My experience in home child day and night care is from infants to older children that require adult supervision, as well as with special needs. The tasks I have performed include driving to various appointments,...
Alexa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She hit it off with our son right from the start. Helped him with lunch and snacks. He was comfortable with her throughout and had a great day at the park. Will definitely work with her more in the future!"
Bertha A.
4.7
(13)
Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years of experience I've been working with and around children of all ages. I have experience caring for multiple children of varying ages at once, whether that be siblings, cousins or friends. From dates nights to morning support getting kids up and off to school to homework and after-school activities to...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Best person for the job! Can't even say enough good things! Million times yes I would hire her again! Had a event with lots of children. She assisted with setup, clean up and supervision of activities. HIRE HER!! SHE IS THE BEST!"
Mercedez B.
Angela B.
Campbell, CA
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a proud mother of 4 children whose ages range from 30 to 11 years. I have always been a stay at home mom throughout the years who volunteered at their schools and did after school care. I am looking for a family to connect and grow with. I am CPR/First Aid certified in infants. I love to engage and teach through play and...
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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Most recent reviews for after school child care in Santa Cruz, CA
Madison S.
5.0
Madison is great! She is prompt, friendly, easy to communicate with and my daughter enjoys learning from her.
- Care member
Channing B.
5.0
Channing helped with kids after school, driving them to activities, and playing. She was responsible, engaged, timely and lovely.
- Amy B.
Eliza R.
5.0
Eliza was great with our toddler, will definitely hire her again. Punctual, they did art, played, watched a show, and got her ready for bed. Very helpful for my Wife and I. My daughter had a blast with her and will welcome future sittings. Thanks!
- Christopher G.
Natalie H.
5.0
Natalie has been an amazing part-time caregiver to our two littles (now 2 and 4) for several years. She is always focused and present with them, playful as a friend, and watchful as a guardian. We trust her completely and so should you!
- Care member
Henry C.
5.0
Henry was such a great find! He helped us tackle a bunch of yard projects and helped completely reorganize our garage. He washed our windows and helped me take a bunch of stuff to the dump.
He's super friendly, and I find him to be a wonderful value too!
Thanks henry!
- Zachary S.
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FAQs for after school child care in Santa Cruz, CA
In 2024, how much is after-school care near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Santa Cruz, CA through Care.com will cost an average of $24.23 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
Care.com currently has 13 after school child care providers in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
As an alternative to an after-school program, you can hire an after-school caregiver in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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.
Ratings for Santa Cruz, CA after school child care listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
After School Child Care in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 41 listed after school child care.