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101,755 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average star rating for after school babysitters is 4.7
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Hi! My name is Erin and I am currently looking for either full or part-time nannying positions, able to start as soon as possible. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and spent 2 years teaching abroad and substituting in the Columbus Public School district. I have extensive experience babysitting (+ nannying, full time...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Michelle S.
Columbus, OH
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Avaliable For Weekdays And Weekends!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm currently looking for a babysitting job as I navigate the job market and look for full time corporate work. I have past experience babysitting since high school and experience as a group leader for a day camp. I am a fun loving, patient and responsible young adult that has previous experience with children and babysitting. I...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Michelle drive my son back and forth to school. She was very reliable and showed up on time.
Suzy D.
Hello! My name is Najiba, and I recently received my doctoral degree in occupational therapy. I am starting my new fellowship in a children's hospital at the beginning of July and have some down time before my job starts. I absolutely love working with kids, and I always seek to create sensory experiences with the kiddos I work...
Najiba can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
I'm currently working on finishing my bachelors degree while working full time at a child care center! I'm looking for jobs I can do on the weekends, open to once in a while jobs or more schedule based weekday mornings as well!
I like working with kids because they warm my heart, being with the kids doesn't truly feel like...
Jordan L.
Columbus, OH
$14-17/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have been babysitting for four years now. My most recent experience was a semester in Spain where I lived, taught and babysat for three children age 7, 10 and 12. Since January, I been working at a daycare for 2-4-year-olds where I implement lessons, crafts and serve food. I love children and helping them to learn but would...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having someone trustworthy watching their little ones.
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashlee H.
Columbus, OH
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My skills and experiences include hands-on work with large number of children, to one-on-one care. I have the ability to work with children of all ages, performing whatever task needed to care for their needs. I have previously worked with kids by setting up labs and activities and cleaning up after all activities when finished....
Ashlee can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Meredith P.
Columbus, OH
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Longtime Teacher Looking To Be A Nanny Educator In Columbus
Hey there! I'm Mere, and after 10 years in the classroom teaching neuro divergent students (ages 5-18!), I'm ready to bring that same magic to your home as a full-time nanny educator! Imagine a nanny who can teach your child anything from social skills to reading, in addition to doing all needed care tasks- that's me!
Here's...
Meredith can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Clara K.
Columbus, OH
$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello all!
My name is Clara and I am a full-time employee at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I am currently a graduate student at Ohio State in the Masters of Public Health Program, as well. I am looking for evening based babysitting jobs. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old. I started by watching...
Clara can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
I've been working with kids of various ages ever since I was 15, and it's something I am very passionate about. Every kid has their own unique personality and being a babysitter/nanny gave me the opportunity to learn what each of those personalities entail and how they are just as curious as everyone else and leaning into those...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Grace! I work full time as a pediatric nurse and have an irregular schedule that changes week to week. I only work 3 days a week and I would love to help your family out on random days or nights! I am unable to commit to something full time or consistent but would be able to help out in a pinch! I am CPR certified and...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Cassie E.
Columbus, OH
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have approximately 10 years of child care experience. I am very comfortable with a range of child care responsibilities from homework help, meal preparation, and bedtime. Additionally, I've coached youth, high school and college athletes for about 8 years. With this experience, I am both CPR and AED certified. I love...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking to provide full-time assistance for a family during this difficult time. I have experience caring for children ages 0-14. I frequently babysat my uncle's 3 boys (all about 2 years apart from each other) from their infancy to early high school years. I also enjoy watching my niece and nephews when needed. This...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Melissa frequently watched my son from the time he was 8-12. She is dependable, respectful, reliable, and most importantly great with kids! She tutored him as well! Solid sitter!
Nicole P.
Kia D.
Columbus, OH
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Stay At Home Mom Looking To Care For Another One Child During The Week
Hello, my name is Kia! I am a stay at home mom with my 2. 5-year-old daughter E. We are looking to welcome another one child into our home to care for during the week days. Ideally, I would love to care for an extended period of time to allow my daughter to bond and develop a relationship with.
I have babysat for most of my older cousins, aunts and uncles for many years now. I have had paid experience as well.
Jesrite can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Eventhough I have never officially had the title of nanny, I am the mom of 2 grown sons, have taken care of students after school, have been the carpool mom to soccer and band practices and began babysitting when I was 13. I am most importantly an educator and have taught children from grades kindergarten through 8th grade. I...
Tamela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Celeste P.
Columbus, OH
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello I'm Celeste I am a college student, I am an athlete I love sports. I've babysat kids before I'm very good with kids. I'm fun loving and artistic. I love to ski. I'm energetic and I would love to babysit your kids!
Kaylee D.
Columbus, OH
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Kaylee. For me, baby sitting started off with taking care of my brother all night after school while my mom worked because she was a single mother. I was only 8 years old then! I have liked baby sitting kids ever since.
4+ years experience as a full-time nanny. Insert of a new full-time opportunity. Feel free to ask me any questions.
Natalie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi there! I am a college student and new to Care. com. However, I am not new to babysitting! I love taking care of babies and kids especially under the age of 13 years old as I believe those are the most important years for nurturing and learning. I have 13 years of childcare experience; that includes babysitting little...
Arieanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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When school is over for the day, you may need after school care
Hiring an after school babysitter is a great option for busy parents who need an extra hand with their kids in the afternoons. We are here to help you find...
Hiring an after school babysitter is a great option for busy parents who need an extra hand with their kids in the afternoons. We are here to help you find the after school care you need for your family. Compare profiles for after school babysitters, read reviews from other parents, and find the right match for your needs.
After school sitters by the numbers
101,755providers |
5.6 yrsavg. experience |
41,509member reviews |
4.7 / 5avg. rating |
FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you
What is an after school babysitter?
An after school babysitter is a sitter you can hire to take care of your children after they finish their school day. Many parents and guardians of young children need a few hours of care on weekdays between when their children get out of school and when they finish their workday.
How can I hire an after school babysitter?
You can use a babysitting website like Care.com to find an after school babysitter who can help support your family. Read through different sitter profiles and reviews to get an idea of how much experience they have and what type of babysitting duties they’re willing to take on.
What should I include in an after school babysitter job description?
Before hiring an after school babysitter it can be a good idea to write a quick job description so both you and the after school babysitter have clear expectations about what the role entails. You should include the hours you need them to work and what babysitting duties you want them to complete such as picking up children from school, making after school snacks, and helping them complete their homework.
How much do after school babysitters charge?
How much an after school babysitter charges depends greatly on how many years of experience they have, where you live, and how many children you have that need care. That being said, to get a ballpark idea of what you can expect to spend for after school care, the average national hourly rate for after school babysitters is $17.14.
Can an after school babysitter pick up children from school?
If an after school babysitter has a valid driver's license, then the parents or guardians can chat with the sitter about having them pick up their children from school. All parties have to be comfortable for this arrangement to work. You can review different after school babysitter profiles on Care.com to get an idea of which providers are willing to drive as a part of their job.
Ratings for after school babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
After School Babysitters are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 41,509 reviews of the 101,755 listed after school babysitters.