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Charlotte L.

Reading, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
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Hello! I'm Charlotte, I'm a 22-year-old recent grad from the University of Pittsburgh. I'm working a 9-5, but in my free time as I save up for law school I'm looking for babysitting jobs! I worked for 4 summers as a senior counselor and 2 school years working as an after school aide for an elementary school. I've also been...
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Annie R.

Teacher, Coach, Nanny!!

Reading, MA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I am a Physical Education teacher and lacrosse coach in Lexington MA. I have a strong background in working with children, building meaningful connections, and creating a safe and enriching environment. I understand the importance of...
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Brenna R.

Experienced Babysitter Available

Danvers, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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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
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
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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Kate G.

Part-time Caregiver Available For Spring 2022 Semester

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Alexandra S.

Happy, Creative Care

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Sarah W.

Fun Loving Nanny Looking For A Wonderful Family!

Melrose, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Donna J.

Burlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$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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Deborah K.

Experienced Nanny, Educator And Babysitter

Malden, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
I'm a career nanny and nature exploration teacher. 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...

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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Katie S.

Literacy Tutor

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$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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Evan C.

After School Care / Pet-sitting

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Sarah M.

Fun Caregiver With Theater And Elementary Education Background!

Somerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Meghan M.

Nanny

North Andover, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello! I am a graduate of Bentley University in 2021 and have since begun a career in education! I work now as a Special Education teacher in Lawrence, MA. I am also pursuing my Masters of Early Childhood Education at Salem State with my special education license. I have been a tutor, nanny, coach, and mentor over the years and...

Mikayla H. says "Meghan was amazing with my two kids (5 and 1 & 1/2) within minutes my kids loved Meghan, and they were so excited every week when she showed up! I felt...

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Aubine K.

Medford, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I am currently pursuing my Masters degree in school counseling. I have been working with children in various setting for over 6 years. These settings include before/after school programs, summer camps, classrooms, and babysitting.
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Justus S.

Lots Of Fun, Very Active!

Woburn, MA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I come from a big family with lots of experience nannying and babysitting! I am very active and love to get kids involved. I pay attention to detail, and ensure everyone feels included. I can help with grocery shopping, cleaning up, after-school activities, and am available for travel as well.
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Dmietri F.

Saugus, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Dmietri, I am 23 and have been around children all my life. My Current employment is a supervisor at an after school program with 70+ children ages 4-10. I am outgoing, loving, caring. I have an aptitude for anything building and tinkering. I love to take fun trips and adventures. Im very responsible but know...
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Haley B.

Experienced Former Teacher For Full-Time Work

Medford, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
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Hi there! I am a teacher residing in Boston, MA. Before beginning my teaching career, I held positions as a summer camp director and after school program coordinator. I am comfortable with multiple children, and have experience including children of all ages in engaging activities. My interests include exploring the outdoors and...
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Kimberly N.

Morning Child Care Provider

Woburn, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Kim. I was experience working with infants, toddlers, elementary age children as well as middle school. I teach children art, play with them on the playground and work in the public school as an after school manager. I am looking for 2 mornings a week or a weekend shift to fill my schedule. I am flexible and can...
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Elaine A.

Full Time Sitter

Melrose, MA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Elaine and I am a Junior at Northeastern University studying Speech Pathology . I have 6+ years of childcare experience in babysitting, nannying, working in school and daycare settings. I worked at my local elementary school as a Team Lead for the after-school program, working with grades K-5. I have full time...
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Leah E.

Babysitter

Danvers, MA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Leah! I love working with children and have a passion for assisting in achieving developmental milestones through all stages of childhood. I am very positive, organized, creative, flexible, patient, but most importantly I am a fun babysitter that loves to create smiles, giggles and memories! My goal with your children...
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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of March 2026

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After School Child Care in Reading, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school child care

Brenna R.

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...

- Angela V.

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.

Kate G.

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...

- Kate H.

FAQs for after school child care in Reading, MA

Hiring a person to provide after-school care in Reading, MA through Care.com will cost an average of $22.00 per hour as of March 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 2 after school child care providers in Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, 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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