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Katie S.

Literacy Tutor

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I'm Katie and I have been working with children for 15 years now. I've worked with children of all ages and have experience with multiples as well! I enjoy reading and creating art projects, and of course being outside with the children. I currently have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in...

Andrea P. says "Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching job, because we...

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Lauren P.

Part Time Babysitter

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$55/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am an individual with a Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I am looking to nanny or babysit after school hours or early evenings beginning Fall 2020. I have previous experience working with preschool and school-aged children in a variety of settings. As a nanny or babysitter, I would love to make my time...

Arianna N. says "Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super funny and very...

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Melinda N.

After School Child Care

Wakefield, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate, reliable, and patient caregiver with a strong passion for working with children. I have experience supporting children of various ages and understand the importance of providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. I enjoy helping children grow through play, learning routines, and creative...
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Jocelyn B.

Wakefield, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi families! My name is Jocelyn and I have about 15 years of babysitting/ childcare experience! I am currently a special education teacher at an elementary school in Arlington. I am in a graduate program to become an early childhood education teacher. Before this job I was a live in nanny for a professional athlete with four...
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Donna J.

Burlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I have been a stay at home mother for approximately 13 years. During those years I have cared for several families. I have provided after school care, before school and summer care. I have been a volunteer in the school system of my town, was a religion teacher for several years and also a Scout leader. I have a B. S. in...

Paula R. says "Donna helps pick up our kids after school, and drive them to our house. She is very reliable, safe and conscientious. We look forward to keep using her."

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Alexandra S.

Happy, Creative Care

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I love spending time with kids, learning and growing with them! I've been taking care of children since I was old enough to be a "mother's helper." I've worked as a violin and swimming instructor for kids. My most recent position was as a therapeutic mentor for youth, and therapeutic support for in-home family therapy. For two...

Sumedha B. says "Alex is kind, caring and hard working, she bonded with my baby on day one. She is very easy to work with and open minded. When the baby napped Alex...

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Elena L.

Part-Time Care-giver

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I worked at the daycare after school, and I helped take care of babies from 2 months old to kids 10 years old. I also worked at the SPCA with the humane education program, so I was working with young kids from all kinds of different backgrounds each day.

Maria G. says "Elena is great! My 2 year old daughter is a handful, but Elena made such a great connection with her! Elena brought crafts and did pretend play like a...

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Deborah K.

Experienced Nanny, Educator And Babysitter

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Nanny Available NYE New Year's Eve and Day. I look forward to reading stories with your children, engaging in dramatic play, and wandering in the woods. My curious nature leads children to explore the world and try new things. My goal is to foster children's social and emotional development. This includes creating a stimulating...

Care Member says "Debbie is terrific. She worked with our baby from around 6 months, to 1 year+. We often joke our baby has seen more of Boston than we have, largely...

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Brenna R.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Brenna. I am 25 years old and work as an esthetician in the city. I have been babysitting since I was 13. In the past, I worked for various after school programs, and in school support positions. I have experience with children of all ages and abilities, including kids with sensory issues and behavioral...

Angela V. says "Brenna was our regular after school sitter for over a year, before she moved out of the Boston area. She was fantastic with my autistic son and we miss...

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Kate G.

Part-time Caregiver Available For Spring 2022 Semester

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Throughout the past decade, I have had a variety of childcare jobs including after school programs, day camps, regular babysitting, and most recently as a nanny for a few different families. While I have experience with a range of ages, I especially enjoy working with infants, toddlers, & preschool age children. When on the...

Kate H. says "We met Kate off of care.com last year and she has been such a wonderful babysitter for our kids. My 2 year old son is a complete animal and she is so sweet...

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Naiana N.

Medford, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Greetings! My name is Naiana. I'm looking for work for Monday through Thursday, with a family who is flexible to accommodate my college classes at least 2 of those days. In summary I need 2 half days and 2 full days, around 30 hours, to start by January. I prefer a long-term arrangement, but willing to bend it for the right fit....

Care Member says "Naiana has babysat for us a bunch of times. We have been very happy with her care! She is a calm, trustworthy, reliable and warm caregiver. She plans...

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Kelly B.

School Counselor And Nurturing Mother Of 2 Teenage Daughters Available Part Time After School

Salem, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Kelly. I work full-time in an elementary school and am available most afternoons during the week to tutor, nanny, dog sit, or assist elderly people who may need help with shopping, cleaning, or food preparation. I am the loving mother of two successful young adult daughters, Kyrstin and Marisa. I love children of...

Care Member says "Kelly has taken care of our three kids multiple times. She is caring, kind and the kids love her! I highly recommend Kelly!"

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Olivia B.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Olivia and I am currently a special education Kindergarten teacher in the Waltham Public Schools. I have a license in both moderate special needs Prek-8 and a masters in severe special needs, all levels. I have extensive experience nannying and I feel very confident when working and looking after...

Amy B. says "Olivia is a delight! Friendly, kind and flexible. Her experience is evident, she is calm and clearly very capable. My daughter loved her and I recommend her...

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Sarah M.

Fun Caregiver With Theater And Elementary Education Background!

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am an experienced and fun caregiver with a background in elementary education and theater education. For the past two years I have worked as an instructional assistant at an elementary school in Newton and substituted grades K-5th, and provided intervention instruction in math. I was also the program manager for the after...

Katie K. says "Sarah was a wonderful employee! She showed up everyday with a smile on her face. She worked with children ranging from Kindergarten to 5th grade in the...

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Chauna E.

Nanny At Heart

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm currently a nanny for an 18-month-old boy in the South End. Unfortunately this position is coming to an end. I'm best suited and happy as a nanny despite having a business degree. I wholeheartedly love working with children. Being around children is effortless and a natural gift of mine. I'm the eldest child of several...

Care Member says "Chauna came to the rescue when our regular sitter had a last minute conflict and we needed coverage while we worked from home. She is a real-life Mary...

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Clare O.

Babysitter/Nanny/Child-care Provider

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hello! My name is Clare. I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember over the last 10 years, and have extensive experience with kids of any and all ages. I have nannied for multiple families with infants/children below 12 months, assisted with transport of kids for after-school activities, and worked with many special...

Cassidy D. says "Clare babysat for us while we vacationed in NYC. She was a pleasure and we would be happy to use her anytime we come to town"

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Sarah W.

Fun Loving Nanny Looking For A Wonderful Family!

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I have worked with children since I was very young, beginning with watching my two young siblings at age 11. I then went on to watch my neighbors children, three days a week after school. Then when I was 16, I got a job at the Melrose YMCA After-School Program and loved it. I was there three years. I have had many jobs in...

Lynelle A. says "Sarah has been an absolute blessing to our family, and we feel beyond lucky to have found her! We were looking for a nanny for our newborn last year, and...

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Olivia T.

Nanny

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
My name is Olivia and I am 26 years old. I completed my BFA degree at Emerson College and work in marketing from M-F. I have experience working with pre-K - middle school aged children in nannying, tutoring, and after-school programs. I love creative activities, especially anything art and writing! I am CPR and AED certified as...

Maureen D. says "Olivia volunteered as a youth mentor in our non-profit program for two years. She is dedicated, reliable and communicative. Olivia engaged her mentee in...

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Marybeth S.

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Cambridge, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a hard working recent college graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BA in Psychology. I have been babysitting for neighbors and family friends since I was 14 years old, and throughout college I took small babysitting jobs in addition to working as an Autism Support Specialist and Direct Care...

Ashley F. says "Mary arrived on time and did exactly what we needed! Thank you and will hire again!"

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Evan C.

After School Care / Pet-sitting

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I recently came back to the Boston area after living in Tokyo for 2 years. I am working as a Program Coordinator / Tour Guide for Japanese high school students visiting Boston. Since I was 13 I have been babysitting for kids around my hometown in Newton, MA which gave me an early interest in caring for kids. I have been a...

Yan Z. says "Evan was a fantastic sitter for my three kids (4 years old, 5 years old and 9 years old). He was very warm and set our heart at ease the minute he walked in...

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

  • The average post rate is $36.25/hr as of January 2026

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

Recent after school child care reviews from local parents in Wakefield, MA

After School Child Care in Wakefield, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Katie S.

Katie is amazing. She is kind, patient, reliable and loving to our 6 month old daughter. We were secretly hoping she didn't get a teaching...

- Andrea P.

Lauren P.

Can't say enough good things about Lauren. She was an absolute pleasure to have around and the kids adored her. The kids say she is super...

- Arianna N.

Donna J.

Donna helps pick up our kids after school, and drive them to our house. She is very reliable, safe and conscientious. We look forward to...

- Paula R.

FAQs for after school child care in Wakefield, MA

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Wakefield, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $36.25 per hour as of January 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.

Care.com currently has 4 after school child care providers in Wakefield, MA. 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 Wakefield, MA 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 Wakefield, MA, 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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